Wanted murder suspect nabbed during police confrontation in Reg 9

A police operation in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) on Monday has led to the capturing of Cortland Jones who was wanted for murder along with his accomplice, Rickford King. They were arrested following a confrontation along the Lethem/Kurupukari trail near Pirara Village in the Central Rupununi.
According to police reports, acting on a tip that Jones was heading to Lethem, police officers intercepted the suspects, who were riding a motorcycle. Jones, and King, both hail from Aranaputa Valley, North Rupununi.
Despite police signaling the two men to stop, they attempted to flee but lost control of their motorcycle thus causing them to fall to the ground. Upon regaining their footing, the men reportedly advanced toward the officers armed with choppers.
During the confrontation, an inspector sustained an injury to his right arm. In response, officers discharged two rounds in the air. They subsequently subdued the two men and took them into police custody.
The suspects were transported to the Lethem Regional Hospital, where they were treated for their injuries. Medical personnel have confirmed that both men are in stable condition.
Jones, who is wanted for murder and other offenses, had been evading police for an extended period. Investigations are ongoing, and charges are expected to be filed soon against both men.