– post mortem
– suspects to appear in court today
A POST mortem yesterday revealed that Karpattie Sewnauth, 80, of Independence Street, La Grange, West Bank Demerara, died from asphyxiation due to strangulation.

Following the shocking discovery of her nude, gagged and bounded body in her bed last Friday, police arrested five men from the village including a neighbour.

A suspect was first picked up shortly after the murder.

The Stabroek Market vendor was discovered at about 20:30 h last Friday.

She was last seen in the company of a sibling about 21:30 h the previous day after visiting a mandir in the area.

According to the police, entry to the building may have been gained through an eastern window. Police are continuing their investigations and the suspects are expected in court today. (Michel Outridge)