Millions lost in mystery fire, Corentyne businessman says

The burnt remains of the property that once housed K Persaud General Store and Auto Sales at Clifton Village, Corentyne
Krishna Persaud

A Clifton, Corentyne businessman says he is now counting over $80 million in losses after a fire of unknown origin destroyed his home and business during the wee hours of Friday morning.

Krishna Persaud, 50, owner of K Persaud General Store and Auto Sales, located at Lot 3 Clifton Village, Corentyne, Berbice, told this newspaper that he was at his second home, located about one mile away, when he was informed around 1.30 am that his building in Clifton was on fire.

Persaud said he subsequently rushed to the property and he discovered the entire building already engulfed in flames.