A night of drinking turned deadly in Skull City, Little Diamond, East Bank Demerara, as 23-year-old Shiv Persaud lost his life in a violent altercation on February 24, 2025. Persaud, an auto body technician from Little Diamond, became the victim of a fatal stabbing following a dispute that escalated into tragedy.
The Incident
According to police reports, the events unfolded as follows:
- Persaud was consuming alcoholic beverages at a local shop in Skull City during the day.
- A misunderstanding arose between Persaud and another man, identified as Alex Gonsalves, leading to a physical altercation.
- At approximately 22:30 hours, Persaud and his friend, 26-year-old Daimon Ramnarine, were confronted by Gonsalves in the Skull City area.
- Gonsalves, armed with a knife, allegedly stabbed Persaud multiple times.
- Ramnarine attempted to intervene and was also stabbed in the process.
Aftermath and Medical Response
Following the attack:
- Ramnarine managed to transport Persaud to the Diamond Diagnostic Centre.
- Despite medical efforts, Persaud succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment.
- Ramnarine was treated for his injuries but opted to self-discharge and seek further care at a private hospital.
Police Investigation
The Guyana Police Force has initiated an investigation into the incident:
- Persaud’s body was examined, revealing stab wounds to the left shoulder, left chest, and other parts of his body.
- The body was transferred to Memorial Gardens Funeral Home pending a post-mortem examination.
- Initially, police were searching for the suspect, Alex Gonsalves.
- In an update, it was reported that Gonsalves turned himself in to the authorities on Monday, February 25, 2025.
This tragic incident has shocked the community of Little Diamond, highlighting the potentially devastating consequences of alcohol-fueled disputes. As the investigation continues, residents are left to mourn the loss of a young life cut short in such violent circumstances.
