2 feared dead after boat capsizes in Puruni River – INews Guyana

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force:

The Guyana Police Force is investigating an incident that occurred today Wednesday November 5, 2025 at about 16:00hrs, in the Puruni River, Middle Mazaruni, where an aluminum boat reportedly capsized and sank while en route from Surie Mouth Backdam to Puruni Landing.

Preliminary information indicates that the vessel which was carrying four occupants, encountered mechanical difficulties and subsequently became unbalanced resulting in it capsizing. Two of the individuals on board managed to swim to safety. However, Patrice Grimmond and Evis Robin, (ages and addresses unknown at this time) have been reported missing following the incident.

A team of police ranks has since been deployed to the area to carry out investigations and assist in ongoing search and recovery efforts.

Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.

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