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Guyana Gov't Minister arrested for alleged rape of schoolgirl

June 21st, 2023 | Tags:
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Nigel Dharamlall. Photo: News Room/November 2, 2022
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana - The Guyana Police Force on Monday night confirmed the arrest of Nigel Dharamlall, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development in connection with an allegation of rape.

A brief statement from Police Headquarters confirmed that an investigation has been launched and as a result, “Dharamlall presented himself at the Brickdam Police Station in the company of his attorney, where he was told of the allegation and subsequently arrested.”

The politician has retained the services of renowned attorney, Nigel Hughes after the damning allegations surfaced on social media last week.

Dharamlall proceeded on administrative leave this week in light of the allegations that he raped a 16-year-old schoolgirl in December 2022.

The child is now in the care of the Child Care and Protection Agency. The News Room understands that she has already submitted a detailed report on the alleged incident.

Dharamall has since denied the allegations. On Friday last, President Dr Irfaan Ali told the News Room that he has zero tolerance for anyone accused of or displaying such behaviour.

The Head of State also promised a thorough probe once an official complaint is made.

“As a government, we are committed to having any facts fully investigated as we hold dearly our girls and women in every community. And we will continue to do everything to ensure their safety and well-being,” President Ali had said.

2 Responses to “Guyana Gov't Minister arrested for alleged rape of schoolgirl ”

  • Greg (21/06/2023, 17:59) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Horrible! A nasty big man like him can only want children. What a Pedophile he is and I hope in jail a real big man takes from him what he took from his innocent victim. Sick Bastard with a high position in government. Lock him up and throw away the key!
  • RedStorm (25/06/2023, 16:05) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    It’s quite despicable for such to be allege against a minister. I can assume it is not his first time. I hope the victim get justified and those who were also hurt by him stand up with their voice strong and powerful, fear only comes when there is no truth. Our young girls and women must be protected on all levels of society. I hope the UN team give a helping hand to all agencies involved in this investigation.


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