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Police are on the hunt for four men who robbed a Middle Road, La Penitence, Georgetown woman at about 02:00h on Monday.
The gunmen pounced on Komattie Kissoon, 25, of Middle Road, La Penitence, Georgetown, and escaped with ,500 in cash, a cellphone and a handbag containing documents.
Reports are the victim was in the lower-flat of the house resting on a chair, when she was confronted by the men who held her at gunpoint and demanded cash and other valuables. Police said she handed over the items after which they fled. She then sounded an alarm. While the robbery was being committed, Police were notified and responded promptly. Upon their arrival, the suspects were seen fleeing the scene. They were perused, but managed to jump a northern fence and escaped. The area was searched and the ranks found a .32 revolver, a black toque and a yellow glove.