Dr Ramaya remanded over fatal Nigg accident
November 10 2026
Seventy-nine-year-old former political activist and herbal doctor Veerasammy Ramaya was remanded to prison on Tuesday after appearing before the Albion Magistrate’s Court, charged with causing death by dangerous driving in connection with a fatal accident that claimed the life of a Berbice businessman.
Ramaya, of Whim Village, Corentyne, appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias and pleaded not guilty to the charge, which arose from the August 8 collision along the Nigg Public Road that killed 42-year-old businessman Ishwarnauth Bisram, also known as “Ajay”.
The prosecution objected to bail, citing concerns about Ramaya’s reported intention to travel overseas.
During the hearing, Ramaya told the court that he wanted to travel to the United States for medical examinations. However, he was unable to produce documents confirming any scheduled appointments when questioned by the magistrate.
He reportedly raised concerns about his health and asked to be granted bail with conditions, but the court refused the request and ordered that he be remanded.
Ramaya is expected to return to court on December 4.
The charge stems from the nighttime accident at approximately 21:55hrs on August 8, which left Bisram dead and plunged his family in Cumberland, East Canje, into mourning.
According to information previously released by the Guyana Police Force, Bisram was attempting to cross the Nigg Public Road when he allegedly entered the path of motor car PZZ 1906, which was being driven by Ramaya.
The driver reportedly applied his brakes but was unable to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
Bisram sustained severe injuries and was taken to the Port Mourant Public Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Following the accident, Ramaya underwent a breathalyser test, which reportedly registered 11 microgrammes of alcohol, below the prescribed legal limit.
