Zamin Khan, called “Zamin”, 61, of East Canje, Berbice appeared before Magistrate Adela Nagamootoo on the charge of break and enter and larceny committed on the dwelling house of Marcia Ganpat of Fort Ordnance Housing Scheme East Canje, Berbice on November 18, last.
Prosecuting Sergeant Godfrey Playter told the court that the man is known to the occupants of the home. On the day in question the woman secured her premises and went out around 08:30 hrs. She returned home around 19:45 hrs and to her disbelief noticed that her home was broken into.
Upon checking she discovered that $35,000 which she had secured was missing.
An alarm was raised and the police were informed. After investigation Khan was arrested and charged.
He appeared in court and was sent on his own recognizance due to his age. He will return to court on January 11, 2013.