Police seize firearm from unlicensed security guard

Jan 17, 2026 News

(Kaieteur News) – Police on Thursday seized a firearm from a security guard attached to a Good Hope, East Coast Demerara supermarket after they discovered that he was not the holder of a license.

According to reports, ranks led an intelligence operation around 19:30 hrs to the facility.

Police seize firearm from unlicensed security guard

The firearm found on the security guard’s person by police at the supermarket.

“During the operation, ranks on mobile patrol made contact with a security guard who was observed in possession of a shotgun. The individual was questioned by the ranks, and a 12-gauge shotgun, along with five (5) live 12-gauge cartridges, were found in his possession. Upon enquiry, it was revealed that he was not in possession of a firearm licence or precept,” police said.

The suspect, a 24-year-old male of Lusignan East Coast Demerara, was arrested and escorted to the Vigilance Police Station.

The ammunition and firearm were processed and subsequently lodged as investigations continue.

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