Murder suspect among 2 arrested at Agatash Village

– guns, ammo discovered during search on premises

A man wanted for the murder of Perry Budram which took place at Granny Landing, Omai Backdam back in October 2023 was arrested on Thursday during a police operation at Agatash Village, Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni).
The wanted man was identified as 55-year-old Heimraj James also called ‘Ricky’ or ‘Sawman’, a chainsaw operator. In addition to his arrest, the police discovered several shotguns and several rounds of ammunition.

Based on reports received, Commander Dion Moore led a team of police ranks from Bartica Police Station and travelled to the home of Frederick Singh, a 71-year-old farmer to apprehend the wanted man after receiving information that he was staying at that location.
Upon arrival, one of the ranks contacted James and was told of the allegation levelled against him, cautioned and arrested. Under caution, he reportedly admitted that on October 14, 2023, at Granny Landing, Omai Backdam, he was involved in an altercation with Budram during which he inflicted several wounds to his body.

Budram later succumbed to his injuries.
However, the ranks searched Singh’s home and its surroundings where one 16-gauge shotgun and two 12-gauge shotguns along with six 12-gauge cartridges were discovered.
Singh admitted ownership of the firearm and ammunition claiming the they were being used for hunting purposes. He was cautioned and arrested.
Both James and Singh were taken to the Bartica Police Station where they are assisting with the investigations.