A homeless man appeared in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Friday, charged with larceny, but now has the opportunity to enter a drug treatment programme instead of immediate sentencing.
Mahesh Arjune is accused of stealing items valued at $187,500 from Thomas and Sons Construction Company on Sunday, October 26, at High Street, Georgetown. During his court appearance before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, Arjune admitted taking some items but claimed he only took two hammers.
Speaking to the court, Arjune explained that his actions were influenced by his drug use. “I smoke, and that caused me to steal the items,” he told the Magistrate. He also revealed personal hardships, stating that both his parents have passed away and that he has “no one but himself.”
A Drug Treatment Court practitioner present in the courtroom requested that Arjune be considered for the residential programme, noting that she has observed him on Main Street and believes he could benefit from structured support.
Magistrate McGusty responded by offering Arjune a chance to enter the Drug Treatment Court programme, emphasising that failure to comply would result in his return to court for sentencing.
She noted that Arjune would remain in custody as a candidate for the programme and, if admitted, would be transferred to a residential facility for treatment.
The court adjourned the matter to December 5, 2025, to allow time for the decision on his potential placement in the programme.
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