Canefield man succumbs after setting self on fire

Chandlall Verian

A Canefield, East Canje Berbice, man succumbed at the Georgetown Public Hospital yesterday morning after he set himself on fire Monday morning.

Dead is Chandlall Verian also known as ‘Fine man’, 39, unemployed, of Lot 115 West Cane-field, East Canje Berbice.

Based on information received, Verian allegedly committed the act at his residence while under the influence of alcohol.