Two young men were arrested on Saturday by police for an alleged robbery under arms committed against a shopkeeper at Unity, Mahaica, East Coast Demerara.
According to a police report, the incident occurred at approximately 12:05 hours.
A 32-year-old shopkeeper was in her shop when two suspects, aged 20 and 21 of Cummings Lodge and Sophia respectively, approached her and demanded money. The men then reportedly began searching through drawers and other areas of the shop for cash.
The woman reportedly ran from the shop, during which the suspects discharged a round in her direction. She subsequently fainted and was taken to a hospital by persons in the area, according to police.
The suspects then attempted to flee; however, they were pursued by persons in the area along with police ranks. During the pursuit, they reportedly collided with a motor car and were apprehended by ranks.
A firearm and motorcycle were recovered from the incident scene. Both suspects were taken to Enmore Regional Hospital where they are receiving treatment for multiple injuries sustained during the pursuit and apprehension.
An investigation into the armed robbery is ongoing as police gather additional evidence and statements from witnesses present at the scene during the incident.
