Police are investigating an alleged robbery under arms at No. 2 Village, East Canje, Berbice, which occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2026, during which three masked men reportedly robbed a 57-year-old businessman of an undisclosed sum of cash.
The incident occurred at approximately 19:35 hours at the businessman’s beverage depot, located on the lower flat of his premises.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the businessman was in the cashier area when three masked males entered the establishment. One of the suspects was reportedly armed with a handgun, while the other two carried a baseball bat and a cutlass.
The suspects allegedly confronted the businessman and demanded money before escaping with a quantity of cash.
They reportedly fled the scene in a dark-grey motor car.
No shots were fired, and no injuries were reported during the incident.
Police have since obtained CCTV footage, which they are reviewing as part of the ongoing investigation.
Source: NEW ROOMS SITE
