The Police say they are investigating the murder of Raymond Cozier, a 16-year-old miner of Isseneru Village, Middle Mazaruni River.
The incident occurred at around 1.30 am yesterday at a bar located at Issano Landing, Middle Mazaruni River.
Investigations revealed that the suspect and the victim were at a bar on Issano Landing consuming alcohol during which the victim was dancing with a female. The suspect expressed an interest to dance with the said female which resulted in an argument between the two, the police said. During the argument, the suspect brandished a knife and dealt the victim one stab to his right upper arm and then fled the scene, the police said.
The victim who suffered severe blood loss, was taken to the Issano Health Centre where he succumbed whilst receiving treatment to his injury.
Checks are currently being made for the suspect.
