Essequibo Coast businessman remanded for possession of illegal gun, ammo

A contractor from the Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) was remanded to prison until Friday, January 12, 2024, for the illegal possession of a firearm and a quantity of ammunition.
It is alleged that when he was reported for alleged domestic violence, an illegal firearm and a large amount of ammunition were discovered at his home.
When 44-year-old Pooran Manman appeared before Magistrate Esther Sam at the Suddie Magistrate’s Court, he faced charges for the illegal possession of firearm and ammunition without a licence. This accused pleaded not guilty to both allegations.

It is alleged that on December 26, 2023, he had a 9mm pistol, 21 12-gauge cartridges, and 269 .32 live ammunition at Track “A” Abram Zuil. Bail was refused and he was remanded to prison.
According to reports, Manman, also known as Rocky, was arrested at Abram Zuil, Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam).
Acting on information related to threats and domestic violence, Police visited Manman’s residence and during a search of his bedroom, they discovered an unlicensed 9mm pistol, a .32 pistol, and a cache of ammunition that included 269 rounds of .32 calibre ammunition; 21 rounds of 12-gauge ammunition, and more.
While Manman allegedly claimed ownership of a licence for the .32 pistol, the 9mm pistol was unlicensed, leading to his arrest. He reportedly claimed that the 9mm pistol was purchased from someone who is now deceased.
Manman, along with the confiscated firearms and ammunition, was subsequently taken to the Anna Regina Police Station. Charges were later filed against him.