Suspect in Desiree Hyman murder arrested

Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of Mocha businesswoman Desiree Hyman, which occurred on 18th June 2025 at First Street, Mocha, East Bank Demerara.

The suspect, Weedon Oudkerk, a 42-year-old taxi driver from Paradise, East Coast Demerara, was apprehended yesterday between 18:00 and 19:30 hrs during an intelligence-led operation.

Acting on information received, detectives proceeded to Dennis Street, Sophia, where they made contact with Oudkerk. He was informed that he was wanted in relation to the alleged murder of Desiree Hyman. After being cautioned, Oudkerk denied any knowledge of the incident. He was arrested and escorted to the Providence Police Station.