Construction worker remanded for murder of High Dam man

A construction worker has been remanded to prison following a murder charge.

Gregory DeYonge, known as “Buckman,” 26, from High Dam, Caracas, West Canje Berbice, appeared in the New Amsterdam Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Michelle Matthias.

The court heard that DeYonge murdered 35-year-old Ceon La Fleur, referred to as “Shawn,” on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

During the court proceedings, Police Prosecutor Sergeant Winston Poliah confirmed that the post-mortem report was still outstanding and requested a two-week timeline for its completion.

Poliah stated that once available, the prosecution would proceed promptly with the trial.

DeYonge, who appeared without legal representation, was remanded to prison and is scheduled to make his next court appearance on June 2.

Reports indicate that 40-year-old Anganisha Newyear, known as “Angie,” was also involved in a heated argument with Shawn that escalated dangerously. In the altercation, Shawn stabbed Angie.

The incident unfolded between 22:30 hrs on May 4 and midnight on May 5.

Upon hearing about the altercation, DeYong rushed to the scene and attacked Shawn with a machete. After committing the act, he fled the area.

Shawn’s mother, 50-year-old Nicola Christine La Fleur, recalled speaking to her son shortly before receiving a distressing call about the incident.

When she rushed outside, she discovered Shawn unresponsive on the road, suffering from a severe head wound.

When questioned about the motive behind these tragic events, Nicola disclosed that her son was troubled about the paternity of a two-month-old child.

Reports confirm that both Shawn and DeYonge have been named as the fathers of the child.

Investigations into the matter are ongoing.