THE matter against former Guyana Defence Force (GDF) captain Orwain Sandy, who is charged with the murder of his reputed wife has been adjourned until June 20, for further statements.

When the matter was recalled before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman on Monday, police prosecutor Arvil Moore handed over several statements to the court but disclosed that three more were outstanding. Moore requested more time to prepare the documents to be handed over to the court.

After defence attorney James Bond signalled his readiness for the commencement of the preliminary inquiry (PI), Magistrate Latchman adjourned the matter until June 20 for the additional statements to be submitted.

Sandy, who served as Special Assistant to the Chief-of-Staff of the GDF, is currently on remand for the murder of Reona Payne which he reportedly committed on March 31 at First Street, Alexander Village.

According to reports, Sandy after committing the act, surrendered to police at the Ruimveldt Police Station on Saturday, March 31. A post-mortem report revealed that Payne died from 14 gunshot wounds to her body–13 to her chest and one to the head.
The police have confirmed that Sandy used his service firearm during the shooting.