THE police in Regional Division Seven have launched an investigation into the tragic demise of Sherman Tang, a 58-year-old miner residing at Quartz Stone Backdam,, Cuyuni River.
The incident occurred between April 21, 2024, and April 23, 2024, sending shockwaves through the community.

According to initial enquiries, Tang, who lived and worked alone in his camp at Quartz Stone Backdam, was last seen by another miner on April 21, 2024, while leaving his camp.
Concern arose when on April 22, 2024, a fellow miner went to check on Tang, hoping to collaborate with him, only to find him missing. It wasn’t until the following day, April 23, 2024, that Tang was discovered alive but injured near his work site.

Upon locating Tang, the miner promptly contacted the victim’s cousin for assistance. Tang recounted to his cousin that while operating his jet, a mining pit wall collapsed, causing a tree to fall and strike him, leaving him immobilised since April 21, 2024.

Despite efforts to transport Tang to the hospital, logistical challenges hindered the process. Consequently, Tang was taken to his camp for temporary care. Tragically, on April 24, 2024, the cousin returned around 04:30 hrs to find Tang lifeless.

Upon receiving the report, the police arrived at the scene to conduct an investigation. Tang’s body bore several injuries, including abrasions to his knee, head, and right shoulder. Subsequently, the police took custody of the body, which was then escorted to the Bartica Regional Hospital, where medical personnel pronounced Tang dead upon arrival.

As the investigation unfolds, authorities are diligently working to uncover the circumstances surrounding Tang’s untimely demise, shedding light on the events that led to this tragic loss.