Chinese boy, 6 chopped to death at Parika

…male Chinese national arrested

(Kaieteur News) – A six-year-old Chinese boy was chopped to death at Parika, East Bank Essequibo Wednesday afternoon, police have confirmed.

Dead 6-year-old Ifeng Cao

Dead is Ifeng Cao. In a statement police said the incident occurred Wednesday afternoon. Initial enquiries revealed that at about 15:45hrs, the child sustained a chop wound to his neck during an incident involving a male Chinese national. The child was taken to the De Kinderen Regional Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival by a doctor. The male Chinese national was subsequently arrested and is presently in Police custody. Investigations are ongoing. “Further information will be provided as it becomes available,” police said in a statement.

The scene of the murder at Parika, East Bank Essequibo.

Minister Persaud speaking with Ifeng’s father on Thursday evening.

Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, visited Cao’s family on Thursday evening.

While speaking with the family at the Ezekiel Funeral Home, Minister Persaud expressed her deepest condolences to his parents and family as they navigate this unimaginable loss. She assured them that the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security stands ready to provide the necessary support and assistance during this incredibly difficult time.

Minister Persaud was accompanied by Director of the Childcare and Protection Agency, Levine Gouveia.

The ministry extends heartfelt sympathy to Ifeng’s family and loved ones.

Source: Kaieteur News