A 35-year-old miner is currently hospitalised in a serious condition after he was attacked at 14 Miles Access Road, Arakaka, in the North West District (NWD), Region One, while making his way to work on Friday afternoon.
Michael Lynch, a resident of Mabaruma, was stabbed and chopped about his body in the attack, which occurred around 5.30pm.
The suspect, who is known by the alias ‘Puppy,’ is yet to be apprehended.
According to a police report, Lynch was walking to work along 14 Miles Access Road with the suspect and another man.
On their way, the police said the suspect and the male stopped and were seen consuming alcohol together while Lynch continued his journey.
Shortly after, the police added, the suspect attacked Lynch from behind and allegedly stabbed him to his back. He further dealt him several chops about his body, including to his face.
Lynch made his way to the Arakaka Health Centre where he was treated before subsequently being transferred to the Pakera District hospital. His condition is listed as serious.
The attack was reported to the police and an investigation was launched.
