GEORGETOWN, Guyana, May 30, CMC – A member of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) was injured on Friday during an exchange of fire while on border patrol along the Cuyuni River in Region Seven, the military confirmed in a statement.
The GDF said the incident occurred at about 12:03 p.m. while a patrol escorting civilian commuters, in line with operational procedures, came under fire from the Venezuelan side of the border.
The patrol returned fire in accordance with established protocols and was able to ensure the safe passage of all civilians under escort.
One rank sustained injuries during the incident and was given immediate first aid before being medically evacuated to Georgetown for further treatment.
The GDF said the soldier is in stable condition and his family has been notified.
The Defence Force said it continues to maintain an active presence along Guyana’s western border and remains committed to safeguarding national territory and protecting border communities.
It added that operational deployments will continue as part of ongoing border security efforts.
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