Georgetown: One of four suspects who brutalised and robbed Justice Nicole Pierre and her family on Thursday last at their property at Felicity, East Coast Demerara was on Saturday positively identified during an identification parade.
Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum, when contacted, confirmed that the suspect was identified and charges are expected to be laid shortly.
He noted that based on investigations, a Magistrate had issued an arrest warrant for the suspect who had been previously sentenced to three years’ imprisonment in absentia for unlawful possession of guns and ammunition. Blanhum explained that during the court proceedings, the suspect was granted bail in the initial stage and was absent for the remainder of the matter; hence, the Magistrate had sentenced him in his absence.
About 01:20h on Thursday last, four men broke into Justice Pierre’s home after they overpowered and tied up a Special Constable, who was on duty at the house.
Police said the perpetrators held up Justice Pierre, her husband Mohamed Chand and their son, and during this period the couple were assaulted. Following the attack, Justice Pierre and her husband were admitted to the Dr Balwant Singh Hospital with lacerations to their bodies.
The bandits managed to take a portable safe containing money and jewellery and a suitcase full of articles. According to Police, as the perpetrators were leaving the premises, they were confronted by an armed security guard at a neighbouring residence and there was an exchange of gunfire. It was during this time that the perpetrators dropped the safe and suitcase and escaped.
The Police responded to the report and investigations later led to the arrest of four men. Police are continuing their investigations.
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