One arrested, three being pursued over GPL Substation firebombing
November 12 2026
One suspect is in police custody while three others are being pursued in connection with the alleged firebombing of the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) substation at Good Hope, East Coast Demerara, on Tuesday, November 10.
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) disclosed the latest development on Thursday, following an interview with the suspect in custody, who reportedly provided investigators with information about the planning and execution of the attack.
According to the information obtained, the attack was allegedly carried out by the detained suspect and an accomplice, while two other individuals were reportedly involved in arranging and coordinating the operation.
Police are now seeking the alleged accomplice and the two suspected organisers, bringing the total number of persons being pursued to three.
Investigators are also examining a potentially alarming disclosure made during the interview. The suspect reportedly told police that his accomplice had indicated that another attack would be carried out in Georgetown in the near future.
The police are treating the information seriously as they continue efforts to locate the three individuals and determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Anyone with information about the attack or the whereabouts of those being sought is urged to contact the nearest police station or call 911, 225-6411 or 227-1149. All information will be treated with strict confidence.
Investigations are ongoing.
