Police in Region Seven are investigating the circumstances of the death of 32-year-old Calsen Joseph of Karaudarnau Village, Region Nine.
The incident occurred on Monday at about 17.00 hours at Puttering Backdam, Middle Mazaruni River, Region Seven. The police said the suspect is in custody.
Inquiries revealed that the victim and the suspect worked together on the same land dredge operation in the Puttering Backdam with others and on the day in question, they all went to the landing where they began imbibing alcohol. At around 14.00 hours as they were proceeding back to the camp, an argument ensued between the suspect and Joseph which led to a fight.
The two were eventually separated after which, Joseph allegedly slapped the suspect who retaliated by hitting the victim in the head with a spanner.
In response, Joseph drew a knife from his waist and attempted to stab the suspect, but the suspect overpowered Joseph, took the knife away and dealt the victim a stab to his lower left side rib cage. This caused him to collapse and shortly after he became motionless.
Upon arrival at the scene, the police observed Joseph lying on his back with the single stab wound. The suspect was arrested and is presently in custody. He will be transported to Bartica along with the body of the deceased.
