The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) said one of its soldiers was injured during a boat patrol along the western border in Region Seven.
It stated that preliminary reports indicate that a Guyana defence Force Boat Patrol came under fire in the vicinity of Black Water, while escorting three civilian boats transporting personnel and cargo.
They returned fire and manoeuvred the convoy out of the area.
“One rank sustained two gunshot wounds to the right leg and was immediately medically administered. The soldier is currently being medically evacuated to Georgetown for further medical attention,” read a statement from the GDF.
“The Guyana Defence Force continues to maintain an active operational presence along the western border. The Force remains fully committed to the protection of its personnel and the safeguarding of Guyana’s territorial integrity.”
