The Guyana Police Force has launched a formal investigation after seven firearms and 68 rounds of ammunition were discovered missing from the arms room at the Cove and John Police Station, Regional Police Division #4 ‘C’, East Coast Demerara, with a Sergeant attached to the station now under arrest in connection with the matter.
overed missing on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, during routine checks and a subsequent audit of exhibits and firearms lodged at the station. Further checks were carried out, but the items could not be located. The missing firearms comprise four 9mm pistols and three .32 pistols.
The matter was reported through the established chain of command, and the Office of Professional Responsibility has since commenced an investigation. Several statements have been obtained and relevant records extracted as part of the ongoing probe.
A Sergeant attached to the station was arrested in relation to the matter and remains in custody as investigations continue. The Force said it is pursuing all necessary investigative and operational measures to account for and recover the missing weapons and ammunition.
“The Guyana Police Force wishes to assure the public that the matter is being treated with the seriousness it warrants and that all appropriate action will be taken in accordance with the law and established procedures,” the Force said, adding that further information will be provided as appropriate.
