Man in custody for raping 16-year-old

A 25-year-old man is now in Police custody after he allegedly raped a 16-year-old girl in April 2021.
The incident occurred in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni).
Based on information released by the Police, the teenager was at a local store when the suspect demanded sex from her. She refused, but he persisted and overpowered her.
The man ended up raping the teen before making his escape.
A Police report was filed on Thursday, July 22 and the suspect was subsequently apprehended.
He is currently in custody as investigations continue.