The son accused of chopping his father and leaving him to die in the backdam has since told investigations that he committed the crime because his father was “troubling” him.
According to investigators, 59-year-old Archaelus Anthony Miguel of Lot 758 Onderneeming Housing Scheme, Essequibo Coast and his son ventured into the backdam on the island of Wakenaam, Essequibo River to work.
The incident occurred just about 14:30 on Monday.
After chopping his father, the 26-year-old suspect travelled to Great Troolie Island, Essequibo River where he was detained by residents until the Police arrived.
When questioned about the disappearance of his father, the suspect blurted out “I chop he up cos he de troubling me.”
He was immediately told of the allegations and cautioned.
He later escorted the ranks to the scene which was about 3 miles into the backdam and upon arrival, he pointed to the area where he allegedly chopped his father. He also identified the area where he dragged the body and hid it under some branches.
According to the Police, Miguel’s body bore multiple chop wounds on all parts of his body and face.
The suspect was then arrested and escorted, along with the body of the victim, to Parika Stelling and then to the West Demerara Regional Hospital where Miguel was pronounced dead.
His body was transported to Ezekiel Funeral Home where a post mortem examination is expected to be performed later.
The suspect was taken into custody as the investigation continues.
