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Lola Doll shot in Georgetown, Guyana, in critical condition

Published 8 September 2025

Influencer Lolita Callender, known online as Lola Doll, was shot multiple times late Saturday night outside her home in the Texas Square, East Ruimveldt neighborhood of Georgetown and remains in critical condition at Georgetown Public Hospital, the Guyana Police Force said. The 33 year old sustained gunshot wounds to her neck, face, hands and right leg in the incident, which occurred at about 11:35 p.m., according to a police statement posted on the force's Facebook page.

Police said preliminary information indicates Callender was seated in her motor car when a male on a motorcycle approached and opened fire. Officers are reviewing closed circuit television footage from the area and said ranks were pursuing a suspect. The force urged anyone who witnessed the shooting or who has information to come forward and said tips can be reported anonymously by calling 911 or the nearest police station.

Family members who spoke to local media described a chaotic scene. Callender's brother told Stabroek News that he heard gunshots, ran outside and found his sister bleeding in her car. I was inside at home when I hear gunshots and run out to see was what, only to see me sister lying in she...

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