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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.

The Ministry of Home Affairs in Guyana has announced that the Guyana Police Force has identified a suspect linked to a deadly car explosion that occurred on Sunday evening at the Mobil Service Station on Regent and King Streets in Georgetown. The tragic incident resulted in the death of six-year-old Soraya Bourne and left four others injured, including Sedyia McIntosh and Rishad Lorde, who sustained serious injuries, and Jennifer Cooper and Yvonne Jones, who suffered minor wounds. President Irfaan Ali, currently on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, has been briefed on the matter and has directed that images of the suspect be widely circulated to aid the public in assisting the investigation. He emphasized the need for a full-scale investigation, utilizing all available resources to determine the exact cause and circumstances of the explosion. In response, Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond convened a high-level meeting early Monday morning with key security officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, and the Head of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Mr. Sheldon Howell. The Ministry is collaborating closely with relevant security agencies to ensure a thorough investigation and to bring justice to the victims. This incident follows a similar occurrence in May 2025, when explosions simultaneously rocked the Ruimveldt Police Outpost and a nearby Guyana Power and Light substation, with two Spanish-speaking individuals identified as suspects at that time.

A tragic explosion at a Mobil gas station on Regent and King Streets in Georgetown on Sunday night has left one child dead and two others seriously injured. Authorities have confirmed that a cooking gas cylinder, commonly referred to as a ‘gas bottle,’ was not the cause of the incident. The explosion, which occurred at approximately 7:24 PM, destroyed a car and caused significant damage to the Mobil convenience store, Acme’s building, and an adjacent cambio. Shattered glass windows were reported in a building on the north-western corner of the intersection. The Fire Service received an emergency call at 7:30 PM and arrived at the scene by 7:34 PM. Initial investigations revealed no evidence of a gas bottle being involved. Witnesses reported seeing white and then black smoke moments before the loud explosion, which was heard and felt across distant sections of Georgetown. Police are now investigating whether the explosion was caused by an explosive device or a malfunction in the car. A woman, who had parked the car and entered a nearby KFC to make a purchase, was unharmed. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures at gas stations and the potential risks associated with vehicle malfunctions.

A devastating explosion at a Mobil gas station in Georgetown, Guyana, has resulted in one fatality and two injuries, sending shockwaves through the community. The incident occurred at approximately 7:24 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the intersection of Regent and King streets. Witnesses reported a mangled car at the scene, while the convenience store at the gas station and the nearby Acme Building sustained significant damage. The explosion, which originated near the cooking gas depot, remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact cause. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, providing immediate assistance to the injured and securing the area to prevent further harm. The explosion has raised concerns about safety protocols at gas stations and similar facilities in the region. Local officials have promised a thorough investigation to prevent such tragedies in the future.