Tag: Robbery

Money changer robbed; bystander shot in leg by motorcycle bandit

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

A brazen robbery under arms at the busy intersection of America and Longden Streets, Georgetown, on Friday evening left a bystander injured and prompted a gunfight between a money changer and the attackers, with one suspect now in custody and another still at large.

The victim, a 35-year-old businessman and money changer from Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara, was seated on his motorcycle conducting trade at about 19:34hrs when two men on a black XR motorcycle approached, according to police.

Investigators said the pillion rider dismounted, pointed a handgun at the victim, and demanded cash before allegedly relieving him of $200,000 Guyana currency from his right-side pants pocket.

As the suspects attempted to flee, the gunman discharged several rounds in the direction of the victim, striking a 41-year-old maintenance worker of Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara, who was nearby, in the right leg.

Police said the money changer, who is a licensed firearm holder, returned fire, striking the pillion rider, who fell to the ground before managing to escape on foot south along Longden Street. The motorcycle rider also fled west along America Street.

The injured bystander was taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, where he is listed in stable condition. A 24-year-old man of Tucville, Georgetown, later presented himself at the hospital under police guard with injuries and is also reported to be stable.

Officers recovered two .32 spent shells and three 9mm spent shells at the scene, which have been lodged for examination. Checks are ongoing for the outstanding suspect as investigations continue.

Campbellville man shot, robbed of chain during early-morning attack

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

A 37-year-old bodywork technician of Delph Street, Campbellville, Georgetown, is hospitalised in stable condition after he was shot during an armed robbery early Saturday morning.
Police in Regional Division 4 ‘A’ are investigating the robbery-under-arms incident, which occurred around 00:40 hrs at the victim’s residence.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the victim was in his yard conversing with another man when a lone male entered, pointed a suspected firearm at him and snatched a yellow metal chain he was wearing.
The victim and the suspect then became involved in a scuffle, during which the suspect discharged a round that struck the victim to the left side of his chest.
The suspect fled the scene on foot, heading south along Delph Street, and escaped.
The injured man was assisted by residents and taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, where he was treated by a doctor on duty and admitted.
His condition is listed as stable.
Police said a 9mm spent shell was recovered from the scene. CCTV footage from the area is being reviewed as part of the investigation. The suspect remains at large.

Motorcycle bandits rob Chinese nationals

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

Police in Regional Division 4 ‘B’ are investigating an alleged armed robbery Thursday evening at Providence Public Road near the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, East Bank Demerara, involving two Chinese nationals, authorities said.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the victims were walking along the pavement toward their residence when three men on a motorcycle approached them. One suspect, armed with a handgun, allegedly struck one victim on the head and stole cash, while another suspect took two cell phones and cash from the second victim.
A 23-year-old armed security officer in the area reportedly fired a warning shot into the air. The suspects allegedly fired several rounds in his direction before fleeing south along the East Bank Access Road.
Emergency Medical Technicians attended the scene, and one victim was taken to Diamond Regional Hospital for treatment. No gunshot injuries were reported.
Four 9mm spent shells were recovered and lodged for examination. Investigations are ongoing, police said.

Police investigating armed robbery at Annandale — victim shot, robbed of phone and bag

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Police are investigating an alleged armed robbery committed on a 30-year-old autobody workman of Non Pariel, East Coast Demerara, who was shot and robbed by two men early this morning, Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Annandale, East Coast Demerara.

The victim was reportedly relieved of a Samsung S9 cellular phone valued at $40,000 and a haversack valued at $5,000, which contained personal documents. The suspects, both described as identifiable males of African descent, were on a motorcycle (registration number unknown), and one was armed with a handgun.

Investigations revealed that the victim and several others were attending the wake of the late Eagon Williams in Annandale when the incident occurred around 00:05 hrs.

According to police reports, the victim had left the gathering to urinate a short distance away when he noticed the two men approaching from an eastern direction. As he attempted to run back toward the wake house, the suspects caught up with him, held him at gunpoint, and demanded money. When the victim resisted, the armed suspect shot him once in his right thigh, causing him to fall.

The perpetrators then took his haversack containing his phone and documents before fleeing the scene on their motorcycle.

Residents attending the wake rendered assistance and took the injured man to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), where he was admitted and scheduled for surgery.

Police investigations are ongoing.

Armed robbery at Lamaha Park: Three victims targeted

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

A Robbery Under Arms unfolded in the Lamaha Park Squatting Area, North Ruimveldt, on Tuesday at approximately 14:30 hours, leaving three individuals targeted by two armed men.

Police reports show that a 33-year-old businesswoman, a 36-year-old foreign national, and a 27-year-old construction worker were inside a shop when two male suspects entered armed with firearms. The assailants threatened the victims at gunpoint, taking cash, jewelry, and mobile phones. The victims were forced to lie face down before the suspects fled on foot toward the east.

The Guyana Police Force, led by a Detective Inspector, visited the scene immediately and began investigations. Officers are reviewing CCTV footage and questioning persons in the area. No arrests have been made, and searches for the suspects are ongoing.

Authorities confirmed that the investigation remains active, and the public is urged to report any information that could assist in locating the suspects.

Berbice woman reports threat, home ransacked

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

Police in Berbice are investigating an incident at No. 19 Village, Corentyne, after a woman reported threats and the theft of valuables from her home.

Helen Kashi, 54, a self-employed resident, told police that on August 2 she was approached by a man, Rameshwar Ramdat, also known as Kevin, who was with others wearing a political party’s colours and celebrating. Kashi said Ramdat verbally abused her for supporting the We Invest in Guyana (WIN) party and threatened to burn her house.

Following the threat, Kashi spent the night at her mother’s home. This morning, she returned to find her house ransacked, a makeshift table scorched, and a gold chain worth $22,000 and $23,000 in cash missing.

Ramdat, 28, was arrested and is assisting police with their investigations. An investigative file will be compiled and sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal advice.

Miner killed during robbery 

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Police in Guyana are investigating the killing of Junior Williams, a 36-year-old miner, who was fatally chopped during an attempted robbery at Issano Landing in the Middle Mazaruni River early Saturday.

Williams, of Pamela Road, Mahdia, was attacked around 5 am by two men while drinking at the 14 Miles Issano Landing, police said. He initially repelled the assault with a knife, but the suspects returned armed with a cutlass and dealt him multiple chops before fleeing.

A resident found Williams injured and alerted others. He was taken to the Mahdia District Hospital and pronounced dead at 10:22 am by a doctor. Police reported severe wounds to his hand and shoulder.

One suspect has been arrested and is assisting investigators. Williams’ body is at the Mahdia District Hospital Mortuary awaiting a post-mortem.

Berbice trio remanded for armed robbery

Posted on by Kayleigh Carter

Three Berbice men have been remanded to prison after being charged with Robbery Under Arms in connection with a violent incident involving a female victim, Ramona Crawford.

The accused are identified as Delroy Parks, 42, a labourer of Lot 50 Cromarty Village, Corentyne, Berbice; Amzad Ally, 30, a taxi driver of No. 70 Village, Corentyne, Berbice; and Antwan Kyte, 34, a security guard of Lot 45 (B) Dukestown, Corriverton, Berbice. They were arraigned at the Springlands Magistrate’s Court on Monday, July 22, 2025.

The trio was charged under Section 222(c) of the Criminal Law Offences Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge stems from a robbery that occurred earlier this month.

During the court hearing before Her Worship, Magistrate Tuanna Hardy, the men were not required to plead to the indictable charge and were remanded to prison pending further proceedings.

Investigators made a breakthrough in the case on Sunday, July 20, when Detective Corporal Austin of the Springlands Police CID interviewed Ally, who allegedly confessed to his involvement in the robbery plot.

According to police, Ally admitted to being hired by Parks and Kyte to drive them to No. 58 Village to commit the robbery and later retrieve them.

In his statement to the detective, Ally said, “Sir, meh get something fi tell yo, last night Parks and Turtle hire meh fi drop them off at No. 58 Village fi robb them people and to pick them up back, and Parks geh meh a small gun fi stash and meh go and stashed it in meh washing machine under meh house, Sir meh gan carry yo fi de gun.”

Following this confession, detectives—including Sergeant Fraser, Corporals Austin, George, Mitchell, Chapman, and Constables Butters and Cadogan—accompanied Ally to his residence. There, he directed them to a small white washing machine under his house. Inside, officers recovered a suspected .32 pistol with a magazine containing five live rounds.

Upon the discovery, Ally reportedly said, “Officer is keep I keeping the gun fi them.”

The area was photographed for evidence, and both Ally and the firearm were taken to the Springlands Police Station. The gun and ammunition were secured in the presence of the suspect and officially lodged.

Berbice trio remanded for armed robbery

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

Three Berbice men have been remanded to prison after being charged with Robbery Under Arms in connection with a violent incident involving a female victim, Ramona Crawford.
The accused are identified as Delroy Parks, 42, a labourer of Lot 50 Cromarty Village, Corentyne, Berbice; Amzad Ally, 30, a taxi driver of No. 70 Village, Corentyne, Berbice; and Antwan Kyte, 34, a security guard of Lot 45 (B) Dukestown, Corriverton, Berbice. They were arraigned at the Springlands Magistrate’s Court on Monday, July 22, 2025.
The trio was charged under Section 222(c) of the Criminal Law Offences Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge stems from a robbery that occurred earlier this month.
During the court hearing before Her Worship, Magistrate Tuanna Hardy, the men were not required to plead to the indictable charge and were remanded to prison pending further proceedings.
Investigators made a breakthrough in the case on Sunday, July 20, when Detective Corporal Austin of the Springlands Police CID interviewed Ally, who allegedly confessed to his involvement in the robbery plot.
According to police, Ally admitted to being hired by Parks and Kyte to drive them to No. 58 Village to commit the robbery and later retrieve them.
In his statement to the detective, Ally said, “Sir, meh get something fi tell yo, last night Parks and Turtle hire meh fi drop them off at No. 58 Village fi robb them people and to pick them up back, and Parks geh meh a small gun fi stash and meh go and stashed it in meh washing machine under meh house, Sir meh gan carry yo fi de gun.”
Following this confession, detectives—including Sergeant Fraser, Corporals Austin, George, Mitchell, Chapman, and Constables Butters and Cadogan—accompanied Ally to his residence. There, he directed them to a small white washing machine under his house. Inside, officers recovered a suspected .32 pistol with a magazine containing five live rounds.
Upon the discovery, Ally reportedly said, “Officer is keep I keeping the gun fi them.”
The area was photographed for evidence, and both Ally and the firearm were taken to the Springlands Police Station. The gun and ammunition were secured in the presence of the suspect and officially lodged.

Taxi driver confesses role in Corentyne robbery

Posted on by Aliyah Persaud

A 30-year-old taxi driver from No.78 Village, Corentyne, Berbice is now in police custody after confessing to his involvement in an alleged robbery under arms. He has since handed over the firearm used in the crime.
On Sunday, July 20, around 4:00 pm, Detective Corporal Austin of the Springlands Police Station Criminal Investigation Department (CID) interviewed Amzad Ally, also known as “Cow.” The suspect, a Guyanese male of Indian descent, reportedly admitted that he had been hired by two men, known only as “Parks” and “Turtle,” to transport them to No.58 Village to commit a robbery and then pick them up afterward.
During the interview, Ally told the detective, “Sir, meh get something fi tell yo, last night Parks and Turtle hire meh fi drop them off at No.58 Village fi robb them people and to pick them up back, and Parks geh meh a small gun fi stash and meh go and stashed it in meh washing machine under meh house, Sir meh gan carry yo fi de gun.”
Acting on this information, a team of detectives, including Detective Sergeant Fraser, Detective Corporals Austin, George, Mitchell, Corporal Chapman, and Constables Butters and Cadogan, escorted Ally to his residence. There, Ally pointed to a small white washing machine under his house and indicated that the firearm was hidden inside.
A search of the washing machine revealed a suspected .32 pistol along with a magazine containing five live rounds. Ally was immediately informed of the offence, cautioned, and he reportedly replied, “Officer is keep I keeping the gun fi them.”
The area was photographed for evidence. Ally, along with the recovered firearm and ammunition, was taken back to the Springlands Police Station. The weapon and ammunition were secured in the presence of the suspect and lodged with the station sergeant.
The police investigation is ongoing.