On Wednesday two men appeared before Magistrate Fabayo Azore to answer to charges of illegal gun and ammunition possession.
Colwyn Wright and Akeem Simeron both denied the charges which stated that on February 20, 2018, they had in their possession a 9mm pistol along with 29 live rounds ammunition.
The prosecution is contending that Wright, 26, and Simeron, 21, were caught with the gun and ammo at 239 Green Acres, Providence, East Bank Demerara.
In a bail application, the duo’s attorney informed the court that the firearm was hidden in the ceiling of the home which is under renovation and it is possible that someone else could have placed the items there.
However, the Police’s prosecution object to bail on the grounds of it being a serious offence. The prosecution also informed the court that the defendants were aware that the items were hidden in the ceiling.
The two men – a handyman and bartender, were denied bail and will return to court on March 21.
