Suspect in fatal assault on Alberttown man in custody

Tikaram Sukhdas

A taxi driver who is accused of punching Alberttown handyman Tikaram Sukhdas, who collapsed and died shortly after, is in police custody as the man’s death continues to be investigated.

Acting Commander of Region 4(a) Senior Superintendent Khali Pareshram, when contacted, stated that police are awaiting a post-mortem examination, expected to be done on Wednesday, to reveal the man’s cause of death before moving ahead.

Sukhdas, also known as “John,” 53 of First Street, Alberttown, Georgetown, was said to be on his way home when the fatal encounter occurred around 9 pm on Sunday.