Bagotville family pleads for justice after member doused with noxious substance

Daniel Phillips

A Bagotville, West Bank Demerara family is calling for justice after a relative was doused with a noxious substance that has altered his facial appearance.

Daniel Phillips, 22, reportedly sustained burns to his face and neck and he also has two swollen eyes, following an attack that his family claimed occurred in the presence of several police officers. The family said they have been harassed by their neighbours for some time. 

Daniel’s sister, Marisa Phillips told this publication that earlier in the day, like on many other occasions, they faced some level of aggression from their neighbours. However, it was hours later, during the evening when her brother was alone that he was attacked, she said.