Businesswoman allegedly raped at knifepoint

Police are investigating the alleged rape of a 56-year-old businesswoman, which occurred Sunday night.
According to reports, the Imbaimadai Police Station in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) received a call around 22:50h regarding the incident, which allegedly occurred at approximately 20:30h at the victim’s shop.
Reports are that the victim told investigators that she was lying in a hammock inside her shop when an identifiable man approached her holding what appeared to be a knife. The assailant allegedly threatened her life, warning her to remain silent. He then reportedly forcibly had sexual intercourse with her. After committing the act, the suspect fled into nearby bushes.
The police have launched an investigation.