POLICE ranks in Regional Division #7 are investigating an alleged attempted murder committed on Ryan Williams, a 22-year-old miner of Byderabo Village, Essequibo River, by three suspects who are ages 17, 20 and 25.

According to a press release, the incident occurred at approximately 16:00 hours on Thursday at Byderabo Road, Bartica.

According to Annalisa Pereira, the reputed wife of the victim, Williams and two of the suspects, who are brothers (the 20-year-old and 25-year-old), are neighbours and friends.

“On the mentioned date and time, the victim, who was ‘under the influence’ of alcohol, had an argument with the 20-year-old suspect’s 17-year-old girlfriend, which subsequently subsided.

The matter escalated again when the other brother returned home and learnt about the earlier argument. The two brothers and the 17-year-old female then went to the victim’s house and confronted him, during which they allegedly dealt him several lashes about his body and head with a piece of wood, causing injuries.

Annalisa Pereira then took her husband to the Bartica Regional Hospital, where he sought medical attention but lost consciousness. He was admitted as a patient but had to be air-dashed to the Georgetown Public Hospital for emergency medical treatment,’ the release added.

A report was made, and the 20-year-old and 17-year-old suspects were arrested. They are presently in custody while efforts are being made to apprehend the third suspect.

Investigations are in progress.