Three arrested, prime suspect in gas station explosion still at large

In a tragic incident that has shaken Georgetown, Guyana, a deadly explosion at a Mobil gas station has left a six-year-old girl dead and four others injured. The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has confirmed the arrest of three individuals connected to the blast, but the prime suspect remains at large. The explosion, which occurred at approximately 7:24 p.m. on October 27, 2025, caused significant damage to the gas station and surrounding buildings, including a KFC outlet and parts of the High Court. CCTV footage revealed that the suspect, a Spanish-speaking man, attempted to place a bulky black plastic bag near a fuel pump before leaving the scene. Moments later, the bag exploded as a car was reversing nearby. The GPF has launched a coordinated operation, intercepting a silver motor car (PSS 7874) used by one of the suspects. Forensic experts are analyzing plastic and metal fragments collected from the scene to determine their origin. The GPF has urged the public to provide any information on the suspect’s whereabouts, emphasizing their commitment to bringing those responsible to justice. This incident follows two similar high-intensity explosions in May 2025, which remain unsolved.