A THIRTY-YEAR-OLD shop-keeper of 1 East Ruimveldt Housing Scheme, Georgetown, was yesterday refused bail on a $2M robbery charge. Jimmy Meyers pleaded not guilty to the charge that said on Friday, October 17, at Regent Street, being armed with a gun, he robbed Derrick Khan of $2M cash.
Representing the defendant was attorney-at-law, Mr. Gordon Gilhuys.
He explained that on Friday last, ranks went to the residence of his client and arrested him.
Defence counsel said his client tried to explain to the ranks that he knew nothing involving the allegation, but the police refused to believe his side of the story.
He requested bail in a reasonable for Myers.
Police Prosecutor, Michael Grant opposed bail on the grounds of the nature, gravity and prevalence of the offence, and the fact that a gun was allegedly used in the commission of the offence.
Grant informed the court that the defendant was previously convicted for possession of firearm and ammunition charges.
The prosecution facts alleged that on the day in question around 14:35hrs, the virtual complainant left Scotia Bank on Robb Street and went to Regent Street. At that time, he had $2M in his possession and after he came out of his vehicle the defendant pointed a gun at him and demanded the cash.
The court heard that the victim refused to hand over the cash and a scuffle ensued. Subsequently, the defendant discharged one round.
The victim then released the two bags and the accused made good his escape on a motorcycle.
The matter stands adjourned to November 3.