Sophia teen arrested with illegal gun

A 19-year-old laborer from Sophia, Greater Georgetown, was arrested just after midnight on Monday for possession of an illegal firearm.

According to the Guyana Police Force on Tuesday, officers acting on a tip intercepted a white Honda XR motorcycle without registration nor documents between Regent and Wellington Streets, Georgetown.

Upon searching the motorcyclist, police discovered a .32 Taurus pistol with a magazine concealed in the crotch of his pants.
When questioned, the teen admitted that he did not possess a firearm license and was taken to the Brickdam Police Station, where the firearm was lodged.
He remains in custody pending charges.