Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged murder of Michael Payne, 27 years, of South Ruimveldt, which occurred about 06:30h. this morning at 85 La Penitence Street, Albouystown.
Investigations have so far revealed that about 22:00h. last night, Payne had an argument with a male suspect at Ketley Street, Charlestown, and this morning the male suspect together with another male suspect went to Payne’s home where they allegedly kicked down his door, entered the house and fought with Payne. Police and residents gather at the scene of the crime. [Royston Drakes photo]
During the process, several loud explosions were heard, after which the suspects fled and Payne was discovered with several gunshot wounds to his head, chest and upper left arm. He was rushed to the GPHC where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
The body is presently at the Lyken’s Funeral Home awaiting a post-mortem. One of the two suspects, who is 38 years and resides at Ketley Street, Charlestown, is in custody assisting police with the investigation.
![Police and residents gather at the scene of the crime. [Royston Drakes photo]](http://guyanachronicle.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/14990992_556554037868278_4156557976388900018_o-300x169.jpg)
