A major police operation in Regional Division 4A (Georgetown) resulted in the arrest of several wanted suspects and the discovery of an unlicensed firearm on Monday.
The gun and ammo that were found during the raid
The raid, which took place between 04:00h and 13:00h targeted multiple areas in and around Georgetown, including Independence Boulevard, North Ruimveldt, Stevedore Housing Scheme, and Kitty, among others.
During the operation, officers arrested Nicholas Singh, also known as ‘Pookie,’ a 25-year-old resident of D’Urban Street, who was wanted for the murder of Natram Persaud, which occurred on December 31, 2023, at Canal Number Two, West Bank Demerara (WBD). Manipaul Rambarhak, called “Anand,” a 57-year-old farmer of Canal Number 2 Polder, was also in a critical condition as a result of the incident.
It was reported that the murder/robbery was committed by three men, all of whom were dressed in dark clothing and wearing masks. One of them was armed with a handgun.
Rambarhak was reportedly sitting at the western side of the entrance along with another friend when the three bandits approached him during which one of them discharged two rounds at him and relieved him of his gold band valued at $250,000.
As the men were leaving, the now-dead man reportedly chased after them. He eventually caught up with the men and a scuffle ensued with one of them.
During the scuffle, a loud explosion was heard, after which Persaud fell to the ground. The three bandits then made good their escape. As relatives rushed to assist Rambarhak and Persaud, they realised that they were shot.
They were picked up and taken to the West Demerara Regional Hospital (WDRH) where Persaud was pronounced dead on arrival. Rambarhak sustained a gunshot injury to his stomach, which exited his lower back, while Persaud received a gunshot injury to the back of his head.
At the scene, three .45mm spent shells were recovered – one on the bridge area and two at the entrance of the yard.
Meanwhile, during the raid, Police also apprehended Rondell Vanrossum, a 45-year-old resident of Norton Street, Lodge, who had an unlicensed Glock 9MM pistol and ten rounds of ammunition. Julian Aaron, 51, of East Ruimveldt, was arrested for possession of additional ammunition, while Lorenzo Heywood, a 20-year-old from Coldingen, East Coast Demerara (ECD), wanted in connection with several armed robberies, was also captured.
The operation, led by an assistant Superintendents of Police and detectives involved house-to-house searches in high-crime areas, including Albouystown, D’Urban Backlands, Guyhoc Park, and Sophia.
Several other individuals and properties were searched during the raid, with further investigations ongoing. (G9)
