–several suspects for court today

Brazen armed bandits have robbed the D&L Gas Station at La Grange, West Bank Demerara two nights in a row.The robberies occurred on Saturday and Sunday, and this newspaper understands that on each occasion the bandits approached the pump attendants and demanded cash before escaping.

Police have since apprehended several suspects who reportedly attacked the entity on Saturday night, while the hunt continues for the others who carried out the daring robbery at about 23:45h on Sunday.

According to police sources, the men in custody will today be charged and placed before the court.

Owner of the gas station, Deodat Deokinandan, called ‘Beard Man’, is calling on the police to find the culprits. He is of the view that the business community is being targeted by persons who are not willing to work for what they need.

Deokinandan said the gas station will now be protected by armed security guards.