Teen Faces Manslaughter Charge After Fisherman's Death | Guyana News

Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A 15-year-old boy now faces manslaughter charges after a deadly altercation in Dukestown, Corriverton, that claimed the life of 55-year-old fisherman Asmat Mohamed Hussain. The teen, taken into custody immediately following the incident, appeared in court and was released to his parents under strict conditions — including monthly police check-ins and a ban on leaving the jurisdiction until trial. His next court date is set for September 17th, as authorities continue to investigate what began as a possible murder. Family reports say Hussain had been drinking before the incident, returning home…