A RAPE suspect was arrested and found with two plastic face masks in his possession at the time, police have confirmed.

Police Press Officer, Superintendent Jairam Ramlakhan, said collaborative work between detectives of ‘C’ Division (East Coast Demerara) and ‘D’ Division (West Demerara/ East Bank Essequibo) has resulted in the recapture of a Westminster, West Bank Demerara rape suspect who on January 2, 2018, escaped lawful custody at the La Grange Police Station.

The suspect Devon Ally, 21, of 1535 Westminster has been charged with the rape of a child under 16 years, Assault committed on a female sibling and escape from lawful custody. The labourer, who was arrested at a location at Beterverwagting, ECD, will appear at the Wales Magistrate’s Court today.