VICTORIA, Guyana – Two men were killed in the early morning hours in a violent incident in Victoria, East Coast Demerara on Sunday, according to local authorities. The incident began when a 26-year-old construction worker and gold miner, William Montrose, was attacked and robbed of his 30-pennyweight gold chain. Montrose then retaliated by fatally injuring one of the suspected robbers, 24-year-old Yoffi Bobb, and injuring two others.
Police reported that after being robbed, Montrose fought back by attacking his assailants with a cutlass, resulting in the death of Bobb and serious injuries to 25-year-old Delex Skeete and 19-year-old Siyani McFarlane. The injured were taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, where Bobb was pronounced dead on arrival and the other two were admitted. Skeete’s condition was described as serious, while McFarlane’s condition was stable.
Following the incident, Montrose’s body was discovered in a trench with multiple wounds to his head and chest. An autopsy revealed that he sustained several wounds to his forehead, chest, and jaw, with a knife found tucked in his waist. Investigators also noted severe wounds on Bobb’s body, indicating the violent nature of the confrontation.
The events that led to the deaths of Montrose and Bobb have shocked the community of Victoria, highlighting the prevalence of crime and violence in the area. The police are conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances that led to this fatal altercation and to bring justice to those involved. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by individuals in vulnerable communities and the need for greater security measures to protect residents from such violent encounters.
In conclusion, the double fatality in Victoria, Guyana, has left the community reeling from the violent altercation that resulted in the deaths of two men and injuries to others. The police are actively investigating the incident, and the victims are receiving medical treatment as the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event.
