13-year-old arrested for stealing neighbour’s cash, jewellery

A 13-year-old boy was caught and confessed to stealing his 62-year-old neighbour’s purse, which contained a quantity of cash and jewellery.
Reports are that the incident occurred at about 14:40h on Thursday at Cumberland, East Canje, Berbice.
According to Police, the housewife was relieved of $38,000 and a gold chain valued $40,000.
It was reported that the victim was at her residence when she was approached by the teen suspect, who is known to her.
The teen reportedly asked the victim for $1000 and she handed him same from her purse, after which, she placed the purse on her kitchen table and continued with her chores.
Sometime later, the victim made checks and realised that the purse was missing.
The Police were summoned, contact was made with the teen and a search was subsequently conducted which led to the woman’s valuables being found in his position.
The teen was told of the allegation and cautioned in the presence of his adult relative where he admitted. He was sent away in the custody of the his relative as investigations continue.