US-based Guyanese killed in brawl at Coomacka Mines

Police are investigating the death of 49-year-old Courtney Evans, a businessman of New York, United States of America (USA) and Coomacka Mines, Linden, who was allegedly murdered on Sunday evening at Coomacka Mines.

According to reports, Evans was in the company of his brother, 47-year-old truck driver Tyrone Otis Evans, and a friend, 28-year-old construction worker Joel Harding, at the Coomacka Mines Beach around 20:00h and were consuming alcohol when they encountered four males and a female who were also imbibing.
Police said an argument broke out after the female allegedly directed a derogatory remark at Tyrone Evans. The exchange escalated into a physical altercation involving both groups. Shortly after, the female and her group reportedly left the location in a white minibus. During the incident, Courtney Evans sustained multiple injuries, including wounds to the right of his lower back, right side of his head, and left elbow. He was taken to the Linden Hospital Complex, where he died while receiving treatment.
Other persons injured in the brawl were also taken to the hospital. Tyrone Evans received a wound to his forehead, while Harding sustained injuries to his left arm and right elbow. Another individual, 28-year-old Evan Herman of Coomacka Mines, suffered two wounds to the left side of his head and underwent surgery. His condition is listed as stable. The body of Courtney Evans was taken to the G. Jestco Funeral Home, where it awaits a post-mortem examination.
Police confirmed that a 22-year-old female teacher and one male suspect are in custody assisting with the investigation. Efforts are ongoing to locate the other suspects, Police said.