A SUSPECTED thief was apprehended by officers of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) at Leopold Street on Wednesday.

According to a report from the police, prior to being apprehended, the suspect and his accomplice had allegedly robbed a Nicaraguan doctor of cash and documents at Croal Street, Bourda.

The men reportedly approached the doctor on a scooter and carried out the act before escaping with the valuables. Police reported that the suspect, who was captured, admitted to only aiding in the escape of his accomplice.

After conducting a search of the suspect, the police found a .38 revolver which was concealed in the suspect’s crotch. The gun was reportedly identical to the one used during the robbery.

Although they found the gun easily, it was a challenge to get it away from the suspect. A scuffle ensued between him and an officer resulting in the suspect sustaining an injury to his face during the ordeal.

Police have identified the suspect as a 40-year-old carpenter of Laing Avenue. Efforts are being made to apprehend the other suspect.