GUYANA-VIOLENCE-Government “saddened” at loss of lives due to domestic violence

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, CMC – The Guyana government Monday said it is “deeply saddened” by the recent loss of lives and injury to several people as a result of domestic violence and urged the perpetrators to seek help through the various systems set up by the government and non-government organisations. Police last week reported that on two occasions last week, men have killed their wives and children following domestic disputes. The Ministry of Labour, Human Services and Social Security said these incidences are preventable, but require much effort from perpetrators, victims, communities, civil society, and other stakeholders.