Intoxicated pensioner nabbed with illegal gun, ammo
A 68-year-old resident of Auchlyne Estate in Corentyne, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), was apprehended on Wednesday after he was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm.
The motorcycle the suspect was riding at the time he was arrested
The pensioner, who was intoxicated at the time of his arrest, was stopped at about 21:30h during a roadblock operation on Whim Public Road. Police said at the time he was riding his red and black motorcycle with the registration number, CG 8503.
Two breathalyzer tests were administered, recording alcohol levels of .64 and .67 micrograms, respectively, exceeding the legal limit.
Subsequently, officers conducted a search on the suspect and discovered a .32 Beretta pistol along with six live matching rounds in his possession. It was confirmed that he did not possess a firearm license.
As a result, he was arrested and escorted to the Whim Police Station. He remains in custody pending charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.
The investigation into the matter is ongoing. (G9)
