Man nabbed with loaded illegal gun outside Leonora stadium
A 42-year-old man was apprehended by Police after his suspicious behaviour outside the Leonora stadium, West Coast Demerara (WCD) led to law enforcement conducting a search of his person and finding an illegal gun along with matching ammunition.
Teon Allen was arrested about 23:00h on Saturday, by ranks from Regional Police Division Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) who were stationed for security duty at the venue.
The firearm and ammunition that were found in the man’s possession
Upon observing Allen, also known as “Spoil Child”, acting in a manner deemed suspicious, law enforcement officers intercepted and proceeded to search him. They found an unlicensed 9mm pistol along with 18 live rounds of matching ammunition in his possession.
According to Police, the encounter transpired at the main entrance of the stadium during an ongoing event. Allen, of Georgetown, was seen entering with a black Gucci side bag, prompting officers to halt him for inspection.
Despite initial resistance, the Police successfully conducted the search, uncovering the concealed firearm and ammunition within the bag.
When questioned about possessing a licence for the firearm, Allen allegedly behaved disorderly, Police said. He was arrested and transported to the Leonora Police Station.
Upon arrival at the station, Allen allegedly affirmed his lack of possession of a firearm license, leading to his detention pending formal charges. (G9)
