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May 17, 2026 News
(Kaieteur News) – Two men are in custody after police discovered a firearm and ammunition on Friday during an intelligence-led operation conducted in East La Penitence, Georgetown.
Police said that the incident occurred between 13:00hrs and 16:00hrs.
“During the operation, one of the suspects, upon seeing the ranks, allegedly discharged a round in the direction of a police rank, who returned fire. No injuries were reported. A search was subsequently conducted, during which the suspect threw a firearm through a nearby window. A further search was conducted in the area, where one .32 revolver was found along with two matching rounds of ammunition,” police said.
Both men were arrested and taken to the East La Penitence Police Station. The firearm and ammunition have been lodged.
Investigations are ongoing.
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