Guyana: Police Officer and Laborer Charged with Businessman’s Abduction
Two men, Lance Corporal Delon Younge and Okeemo Brumell, were charged with the abduction of businessman Kevin Fiedtkou in Guyana. They are facing charges in court for ‘Abduction with intent to hold for Ransom’ and are currently remanded in prison awaiting their next court date on January 15, 2025.
In Guyana, two individuals were apprehended and charged in connection with the alleged abduction of a businessman identified as Kevin Fiedtkou. The suspects, Lance Corporal Delon Younge and Okeemo Brumell, a 29-year-old laborer, are accused of capturing the 31-year-old businessman from Providence, East Bank Demerara, sometime between October 10 and October 11, 2024. They were presented before Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court, where they were charged with ‘Abduction with intent to hold for Ransom.’ Both individuals were remanded to prison and will face the court again on January 15, 2025.
The incident involving the abduction of Fiedtkou has drawn significant attention in Guyana, highlighting concerns over security and crime in the region. Abduction for ransom is a particularly serious offense, often leading to extensive legal repercussions. The authorities are working diligently to manage such cases and ensure community safety, reflecting a broader concern about increasing criminal activity in certain areas.
The charges against Lance Corporal Delon Younge and Okeemo Brumell underscore the serious nature of abduction offenses in Guyana. As the case proceeds, it is crucial for law enforcement to address such criminal activities effectively to uphold public safety. The scheduled court appearance in January 2025 will be a significant step in this legal process.
Original Source: caribbean.loopnews.com
