Linden teacher, 26, shot and killed by abusive ex-partner

A 26-year-old teacher was shot and killed at a wedding reception in Linden on Saturday night by her abusive ex-partner, who she obtained a restrained order against.

Dead is Jenel Pollydore, a mother of three from Low Kara Kara, Linden.

The suspect is 21-year-old Shaka Vaughn Phillips, a resident of of Amelia’s Ward, Linden. He is the father of one of her children.

The Guyana Police Force reported that Pollydore and the suspect had separated after living together due to “constant” abuse she faced and she had obtained a restraining order against him.

The incident occurred at about 21:20 hrs at R & R Hotel located in Central Amelia’s Ward.

Pollydore had gone to the hotel to attend a wedding reception.

Police Headquarters, in a statement, said enquires revealed that the suspect journeyed to the hotel in a fit of rage since Pollydore was not answering her phone.

Pollydore’s relative, Malika Pollydore, related to the Police that her aunt was standing at the entrance of the hotel when she was approached by the suspect.

The suspect reportedly asked Pollydore why she wasn’t answering her phone.

An argument ensued between them, and the suspect reportedly took out a handgun and discharged a round at Pollydore.

The woman then ran to the hotel pool area.

The suspect chased after her and discharged two more rounds before escaping.

Pollydore collapsed and the Police were summoned. Her body was examined and two gunshot wounds were seen to her face and head.

Two 9mm spent shells were recovered at the scene.

Police are on the hunt for the suspect.