Officers from the Guyana Police Force and the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) are investigating two incidents arising from a land mining dispute in the Toroparo area, Region Seven.
The incidents occurred on September 23 and September 30, 2025, Police Headquarters reported.
The initial altercation on September 23 was captured on video and featured the voice of Mitchell Watson, who is affiliated with gold miner Ronaldo Alphonso and a group comprising rangers Marvis Hillman and Edson Carter. This encounter is reported to have escalated to the alleged discharge of firearms by Alphonso’s security team.
A subsequent incident occurred one week later on September 30 and was also caught on video. This incident involved security agent Leon Wilkinson, Carter, security guard Randy Allen, the general manager of Alphonso Mining and an operation William Hill.
Police said it was a continuation of the unresolved tensions between the involved parties.
In response to both incidents, the Guyana Police Force ranks from Region Seven initiated investigations. The response included the arrest of all involved individuals and the seizure of relevant firearms.
To prevent further conflict and ensure order, a joint operational team consisting of Police led by an inspector and ranks, and officers from the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission is on the location monitoring the situation.
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