Probe ongoing in New Year’s Day GPH Cardiac Unit fire

With an investigation still underway into the January 1 2022, Georgetown Public Hospital Cardiac Unit fire, Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum said investigators are awaiting an analysis report from the Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory (GFSL).

Providing an update to Stabroek News on Friday, Blanhum said when the report is completed and uplifted by investigators, further investigation will take place. After which, he said they will forward the case file to the Office of Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) for legal advice.

Stabroek News understands that the GFSL is conducting an analysis to determine the type of chemical used in the fire.