Zeelugt housewife robbed during home invasion

A 34-year-old housewife of Zeelugt New Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo (EBE) was allegedly awakened and robbed by two armed men in the wee hours of Thursday.
Based on reports gathered, the woman told Police that, at about 2:00h, she was awakened by two identifiable males, who relieved her of $500,000 in cash.
She noted that she was asleep when she heard strange sounds emanating from within her home, and as she opened her eyes, she saw the two bandits beside her, demanding cash.
She further alleges that she became fearful for her life and handed over the money to one of the suspects, who was armed with a gun. The suspects then ran out of her bedroom and made good their escape.
The matter was reported to the Police, and investigations are in progress.