Woman shot during robbery at Harbour Bridge Mall

Oct 17, 2019 News

A woman’s usual trip to the Harbour Bridge Mall yesterday morning, turned into her worst nightmare as she was robbed and shot while on her daily routine.
The victim was Nelia Singh, 42, of Diamond Housing Scheme. She operates the Best Value Pawnshop located in the Harbour Bridge Mall.

The injured woman lying on the ground in the compound of the mall.

According to reports, the victim had ventured into compound of the mall inside a car. As she was exiting to go open her business, she was approached by a male who was armed with a handgun and waiting at the southern entrance.
He reportedly held onto her handbag and a scuffle ensued. It was during this time, that the victim was shot to her lower right leg and relieved of her bag.
An eye witness claimed that the perpetrator ran across the road.
When this publication arrived, the police were seen coming from the direction in which the individual allegedly ran.
In video footage obtained, the woman was seen lying on the ground clad in a red top and a burgundy skirt. She appeared in a lot of pain, as she seemed extremely cautious about trying to move.
She was lifted by public-spirited citizens and rushed to receive emergency medical attention at the Georgetown Public Hospital where her condition is considered as stable.
Up to press time, no one was arrested for the crime but investigations are ongoing.

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