Canje man found dead in drain

A man was found dead in a drain at Adelphi Village, East Canje, Berbice on Saturday.

The deceased, identified as Parsram Shivpersaud, 52, was an unemployed resident of Lot 15 Adelphi Settlement, East Canje, Berbice.

Known for his heavy alcohol consumption, Shivpersaud was last seen alive at his sister’s home.

The News Room understands that on Friday, June 13, at approximately 19:20 hrs, he was seen sitting on the railing of the bridge in front of his sister’s house, smoking a cigarette.

The following morning, around 10:00 hrs, on Saturday, Shivpersaud was discovered face down in front of his sister’s residence by his brother-in-law.

The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Shivpersaud’s death.