Fatal Corentyne accident: Former Region 6 REO remanded over businessman’s death

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Former Region Six Regional Executive Officer (REO) Dr Veerasammy Ramayya has been remanded to prison over the death of businessman Ishwarnauth Bisram in an accident at Nigg Public Road. The 78-year-old Ramayya, of Whim Village, Corentyne, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Albion Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. He pleaded not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. The charge alleges that on August 8, 2026, Ramayya drove motor car PZZ 1906 dangerously on Nigg Public Road, causing the death of 42-year-old businessman Ishwarnauth Bisram.

Police Prosecutor Corporal Leon Jones opposed bail, citing the seriousness of the offence and concerns that Ramayya might not return to court. Jones said the prosecution had received information that Ramayya intended to leave Guyana the following week. He also told the court that the case file was complete.