Helen Kashi, a 54-year-old self-employed woman of No. 19 Village (Reserve), Corentyne, Berbice, reported an incident today (Wednesday) to the Police which occurred at 19:00 hours on September 2nd, 2025.
Kashi stated that while she was at her mother’s residence, located some distance away, she was approached by a male (Rameshwar Ramdat called Kevin), who was in the company of others dressed in a political party’s colour and engaging in celebratory activities. During this encounter, the man allegedly abused her for supporting the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) political party and threatened to burn her home.
As a result of this threat, Kashi spent the night at her mother’s residence. At about 07:00 hours today (Wednesday), upon returning home, she discovered her premises had been ransacked, with belongings thrown outside. She further observed that one gold chain valued at $22,000 and cash amounting to $23,000 were missing. Additionally, a makeshift table attached to the eastern wall of her residence had been scorched.
Police took a statement and the suspect, Rameshwar Ramdat, called ‘Kevin,’ age 28 years, was arrested and is presently in custody assisting the police with their investigations. On completion, an investigative file will be compiled and sent to the DPP for legal advice.
