Police probing death of Kaituma infant

The Guyana Police Force has launched an investigation into the death of a 2-year-old infant, who collapsed while playing in a yard in Lower Kaituma, North West District on Tuesday at around 12:00 hours.

In a statement, Police said investigation has thus far revealed that the child, who suffers from epilepsy, resided with his grandparents; a 65-year-old farmer and a 60-year-old housewife.
It is alleged that the child was playing with his 6-year-old cousin in the yard when he suddenly collapsed on the ground and remained motionless.

“The child’s grandmother, who was nearby picked him up and rushed him to the Mabaruma Regional Hospital,” the Police said.

It was not long after that the child was examined by a doctor, who pronounced him dead.
The body is presently at the Mabaruma Hospital’s Mortuary awaiting a post mortem examination.
Further enquiries ongoing.