Capitol News cameraman released after detention by soldiers at KNP

Rudy Morris

Capitol News cameraman Rudy Morris, who was detained by members of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) in the Kaieteur National Park (KNP) last Sunday returned to Georgetown last evening.

Morris, along with Chenapau resident Anthony Melville were on Sunday afternoon detained at Muri Muri where they had travelled to get video footage of the Kaieteur National Park signboard – which is acknowledged by residents  as the boundary of the Park.

Stabroek News understands that it was when they were returning to their boat that they were intercepted by armed soldiers.  While the boat captain was allowed to leave, Morris and Melville were detained.

Speaking with Stabroek News last evening via telephone, the cameraman said he was