Berbice pensioner robbed of licensed firearm, cash in GT

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is investigating an alleged robbery under arms committed on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at about 17:50h in Rasville, Georgetown.
According to a Police press release, preliminary reports indicate that the victim, a 68-year-old pensioner from Edinburgh Village, East Bank Berbice, was robbed of his pump-action shotgun. He was at the time driving through the area when he was intercepted by two men on a motorcycle, one of whom was armed.
The suspects confronted the victim, forced him to stop, and relieved him of his licensed firearm along with a quantity of cash and other valuables before making good their escape.
Police ranks from the East La Penitence Police Outpost, led by a Sergeant, responded promptly and visited the scene. No injuries were reported.
CCTV cameras were observed in the area, and investigators are making efforts to review the footage. Several persons in the vicinity were questioned, and checks are ongoing for the suspects.
The GPF says it is actively pursuing the matter, and investigations are continuing.