MV Barima Crew Charged with Murder | Guyana News

Three top crew members of the MV Barima — Captain Kevin Price, Chief Mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and Goods Superintendent Delon Granderson — have been charged with murder following the deadly ferry disaster off the Essequibo coast that claimed over 100 lives. The trio appeared before the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, were remanded in custody, and their case has been transferred to the Charity Magistrate’s Court for a hearing on August 3, 2026. The ferry capsized on July 18, 2026, en route to Port Kaituma, killing 73 and leaving at least 30 missing. The President has ordered a full commission of inquiry into the tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ddfe2d9b53d73115