Cop under close arrest after air gun, ammo found in car
The gun and ammunition that were found by Police
A Police Constable from Regional Division Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) is currently under close arrest following the discovery of an air pistol and ammunition in his car.
According to Police Headquarters, a search of the officer’s vehicle was conducted on Friday around 16:15h, revealing a black air pistol inside the glove compartment. Additionally, two live 9mm rounds of ammunition were found on the floor of the driver’s side and within the panel of the driver’s side door.
The officer, who is part of the general section of the division, was informed of the offence and subsequently escorted to the Anna Regina Police Station. There, he is cooperating with authorities in their investigation.
Only a few days ago, in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), two policemen were under close arrest on the grounds of suspected corrupt activities. It was confirmed that the individuals involved were a Subordinate Officer and a Constable.
The incident in question occurred on the Corentyne Coast, where law enforcement officers stopped a businesswoman during a routine roadblock and noticed a substantial amount of foreign currency in her possession.
The policemen allegedly demanded that a portion of the money be handed over to them, threatening arrest if their demands were not met.
Upon receiving this information, senior ranks were notified and an investigation was initiated. (G9)
