A 24-year-old security guard from Lusignan, East Coast Demerara (ECD), was arrested on Thursday night after police found him in possession of an unlicensed shotgun and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation at a supermarket in Good Hope.
In a press release, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) said the discovery was made at about 19:30h, when ranks on mobile patrol went to the location and made contact with the security guard, who was observed with a shotgun.
The man was questioned, and police found a 12-gauge shotgun along with five live 12-gauge cartridges in his possession. Checks later revealed that he did not hold a firearm licence or permit.
The suspect was arrested and escorted to the Vigilance Police Station, where the firearm and ammunition were processed and lodged pending further investigations. Police said investigations are continuing.
