Grenade kills destitute sending fears across Guyana

What could be heard from miles away, a grenade which exploded today in the vicinity of Stabroek Market left one man dead and 18 others injured. Among the injured is a four years old child.
According to reports, approximately 10:00 hrs an alleged deportee known as ‘America’ detonated a grenade spreading panic in the Stabroek area.
Minister of Home Affairs Clement Rohee who was on scene pointed that that law enforcement officers is still yet to ascertain the cause of the explosion, noting that people should not speculate until an investigation is carried out.
The injured were transported to the Georgetown Public Corporation Hospital (GPHC), where they were treated and x-rayed to determine the extent of the injuries.