Victoria Village residents feared drowned off Unity beach

Last Updated on Sunday, 31 May 2026, 21:06 by Writer

Two residents of Victoria Village disappeared in the Atlantic Ocean off Unity Village on Sunday afternoon, police said.

They are 20-year-old saleswoman Lyodisa “Loyda” Waldron, called “Loyda,” and 31-year-old special constable Andri “Bobby” Francis who reside at the same address.

Police said Ms Waldron and Mr Francis were swimming at Unity Beach when she reportedly began drifting outwards towards the Atlantic and called out for assistance.

“Francis reportedly went to assist her, during which both persons were pulled under by the current and disappeared,” the Guyana Police Force said in a statement.

Investigators were informed that an alarm was raised and checks were made at the scene and surrounding areas of Unity Beach in an effort to locate both persons, but they have not yet been found.

Search and rescue efforts are continuing.