A TRAGIC road accident that claimed the life of a young medical technologist has resulted in a prison sentence for her boyfriend.
Niraz Persaud Sukdeo, 25, of Lancaster Village, was handed a three-year, two-month prison term on August 6, 2025, for causing death by dangerous driving, under Section 35(1) of Guyana’s Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act (Cap. 51:02).

The fatal collision occurred in the early hours of July 22, 2024, on the Kiltearn Public Road, Corentyne, Berbice.
Sukdeo was at the wheel of motorcar PAF 6330, travelling north at a high speed, allegedly under the influence, when he lost control and collided with a parked crane.
The impact caused the vehicle to veer off into a canal, ejecting 18-year-old Bibi Aleah Ali—a medical technologist and his common-law partner—who tragically succumbed to her injuries at Skeldon Public Hospital

Sukdeo was transported to Anamayah Memorial Hospital in critical condition with multiple injuries
Sukdeo’s court journey began on September 18, 2024, at the No. 51 Magistrate’s Court before Her Worship Tuanna Hardy, where the charge was read. No plea was required initially as police information was still being processed, and he was granted $300,000 bail. The matter was adjourned to October 30, 2024

The full trial commenced on January 8, 2025, during which the prosecution presented seven witnesses. The testimony concluded on July 30, 2025, at which time Sukdeo was found guilty of the offence and remanded pending sentencing

On August 6, 2025, Sukdeo appeared virtually in court for sentencing and received a three-year, two-month prison sentence.
This conviction underscores Guyana’s ongoing battle with road fatalities resulting from reckless driving, particularly speeding and intoxication at the wheel.

Authorities have emphasised the need for heightened road safety enforcement amid evolving legislation. Recent amendments to Cap. 51:02, notably addressing drunk driving and automation of enforcement measures (e‑ticketing), reflect stricter control efforts