Wanted rape accused shot during confrontation, flees scene

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has issued a wanted bulletin for 38-year-old Quincy Bernard of Lot 38 School Street, Stanleytown, West Bank Demerara (WBD) for questioning in relation to a rape accusation.

Police stated that on Sunday, ranks visited the home of the wanted man to arrest him but it ended into a confrontation during which, a rank alleged that a live round was discharged from his service revolver causing Bernard to flee the scene.
Police could not confirm whether the wanted man was injured, and his whereabouts are currently unknown.
Anyone with information that may lead to the arrest of Bernard are asked to contact the Wales Police Station at telephone number 267-2804 or the nearest Police Station. Further, contact can also be made with his relative, Kimone Gentle on 615-0151.