Melroy LaRose, who was wanted by police for the murder of his reputed wife, Nikesha Sutton of Parika, East Bank Essequibo, was arrested on Wednesday.
Police say they are investigating the murder which occurred at about 5 pm on Monday at Parika. Sutton had been in a seven-year relationship with the 24-year-old man.
A post-mortem examination (PME) performed by government pathologist; Nehaul Singh on Sutton body revealed that she died as a result of a stab wound to the neck.