A 33-year-old miner was taken in custody after he was allegedly found in possession of an illegal 9mm pistol and 11 matching live rounds of ammunition which was hidden under a vehicle mat at in the Pappy Show Police Station compound on Sunday.
Police Headquarters said the discovery was made at about 16:45 hrs during a Police operation.
According to a statement, the vehicle, which had three occupants, arrived at the station while travelling to Tamakay Landing, Mazaruni River.
The occupants were asked to exit the vehicle before ranks conducted a search, Police Headquarters said.
During the search, ranks found the 9mm pistol and 11 rounds of ammunition concealed beneath a floor mat in the front passenger area.
Police said the suspect, a resident of Durban Street, Lodge, Georgetown, fled into nearby bushes after the firearm and ammunition were discovered. Ranks pursued him and he was arrested.
The suspect is not a licensed firearm holder. He remains in custody as investigations continue.
Source: NEW ROOMS SITE
