A post-mortem examination performed on the remains of Rampersaud Rattan, who was stabbed on Monday evening, revealed that he died as a result of a puncture to the heart.
Rattan, 28, called “Arnold” and “Rampo,” of Lot 299 Long Pond, Sisters Village, West Bank Demerara (WBD) was stabbed once to the chest during an argument. He was taken to the West Demerara Regional Hospital where he died while receiving medical attention.
The suspect, who has been identified only as “Solomon,” was apprehended by residents of the community and handed over to the police, but is yet to be charged.
A source told this newspaper that the suspect is claiming that his act was self defence.
The police, in a statement, said that their investigations have so far revealed that Rattan and the suspect had an argument, during which the suspect stabbed him to his chest.
Stabroek News was told that the fatal altercation occurred around 11.30 pm on Monday while Rattan was assisting his relatives in cleaning the yard following the celebration of his brother-in-law’s wedding, which was held over the weekend. The community saw two wedding celebrations, as Rattan’s brother-in-law and his new wife, lived just one house away from each other.
Rattan’s mother-in-law, Mala (only name given), had related that before the altercation occurred, the music was already off and most of the guests had already departed. The woman explained that she was “tidying up” when Rattan arrived and offered to help. “I went in the yard packing up chairs and he come and ask to help, so I tell he to clean up the front and I will do the back,” she said.
Mala said that during this process Rattan left the yard to dispose of garbage and he and his assailant had an exchange of words, which led to a scuffle.
She said based on what she learnt, Rattan was attempting to get his assailant off of the property, since he was misbehaving, but the suspect whipped out a knife and stabbed him.
Rattan collapsed and was taken to the hospital where he subsequently succumbed to his inquiry.
