TWO men, who have been accused of raping and robbing a couple at Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo earlier this week, were arraigned before Magistrate Rochelle Liverpool at the Leonora Magistrate’s Court, Public Road, Leonora, West Coast Demerara, jointly charged with robbery under arms.

The men, Nandlall Mohan and Kevin Kissoon both of Zeelugt New Scheme, East Bank Essequibo (EBE), were placed on $125,000 bail each as police continue investigations. The case has been adjourned until August 13.

The men were charged in relation to robbing a Zeelugt, EBE family last Tuesday, but the female victim also alleged she was raped. The suspects were picked out during an identification parade.

It is alleged that last Tuesday around 02:30hrs, the husband was awakened by a lash to his forehead and was ordered to hand over all his money. He reportedly handed over $12,000 and his wedding ring to three perpetrators.

One of the bandits subsequently placed a knife to his neck and ordered that he lay on the floor. During the ordeal, it is alleged that the woman was raped. The assailants also threatened to kill the couple’s son who was screaming and crying throughout the robbery.

The men then forced the family into their own car and attempted to take them to a canal in the district. However, the vehicle broke down and the men abandoned their mission. The victims were taken to the hospital where they were treated and discharged.