By Farah Bates – Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of an unidentified female whose battered body was found in a barrel dumped in a trench at Belvedere, Corentyne Berbice around 9:30 Saturday morning.
The barrel was seen in a nearby trench a few days ago by residents but it did not raise any suspicion since they thought it was garbage.
However, Saturday morning Harrindranauth Yodan, who lives obliquely opposite the scene told this newscast that a foul scent emanated from the trench, as such he ventured outside to check since he thought it was a dead animal.
Upon checking, he noticed a cloth at the opening of the barrel which he removed and saw a foot hanging out. An alarm was raised which and the police were alerted.
After undertakers removed the body from the barrel, there were visible marks of violence on the woman’s face and body.
Residents fear the worse, as a young couple who recently moved to the area have not been seen in days.
According to neighbors the couple would argue often and they are now wondering if the body that was found is that of the woman.
Neighbors also told this newscast that the couple have two barrels in their yard that they store water in; however one of the barrel is missing.
No names have been given since the couple recently moved into the area.