A police constable has been placed under close arrest at the La Grange Police Station, West Bank Demerara, following a domestic incident in which he allegedly assaulted his 17-year-old son in an altercation that occurred on Monday at about 19:00h and was reportedly captured on video.
Investigations revealed that the teenager was at home when his father accused him of neglecting household chores, and this sparked a heated argument which escalated. The cop allegedly struck his son multiple times, leaving the teenager with injuries to his face and body. The teen managed to escape, and sought refuge at the home of his uncle, who is an Inspector of Police.
Following the incident, the uncle accompanied his nephew to La Parfaite Harmonie Police Station, where an official report was made, and the teen was sent for medical treatment. The cop was subsequently arrested and placed under close arrest while investigation into the incident continues. (G9)
