Detectives in Regional Police Division #7 (Bartica) are investigating the attempted murder of 32-year-old Rapheal Schroeder, a Labourer of Third Avenue Bartica, by his drinking buddy, a 53-year-old Miner of Four Miles Housing Scheme, Bartica.
The incident occurred at about 02:15 hrs this morning (Wednesday, October 11) at Third Street Bartica, where the victim and suspect were imbibing alcohol together when they got into a heated argument.
The 53-year-old suspect, during the argument, armed himself with a knife and dealt the victim a stab to the neck, causing him (victim) to receive injuries.
The victim was escorted to the Bartica Regional Hospital by public-spirited persons, where he was examined by a doctor and admitted as a patient in a serious condition.
Police ranks subsequently apprehended the suspect, who admitted to the offence. He was arrested and escorted to the Bartica Police Station, where he was placed into custody.
Further probe ongoing.
