Home News Wanted bulletin issued for Sand Hills’ murder suspect
Police on Monday issued a wanted bulletin for Anthonio Benedict in connection with the murder of 22-year-old laborer Francis Sukoo.
Benedict’s last known residence is in Sand Hill, Upper Berbice River, Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice).
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is urging anyone with information regarding Benedict’s whereabouts to reach out by calling 227-1149, 225-8196, 227-1611, 226-3405, 225-6978, 333-3876, or 225-8196. Individuals can also report any relevant information to the nearest police station.
Reports are that Sukoo was killed sometime between 17:00h and 18:07h at Sand Hill, Region 10. According to reports, Sukoo was hanging out with the suspect and other friends at a local shop, where they were drinking alcohol. However an argument ensued between Sukoo and the suspect, which allegedly led to Sukoo slapping the suspect several times. It is alleged that the suspect then left the shop, only to return armed with a pair of scissors. Police said that he attacked Sukoo, stabbing him five times in various parts of his body, causing him to collapse.
According to Police, the suspect fled the scene, while Sukoo was rushed to a nearby health worker. He was subsequently transported to the Linden Hospital Complex, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.