A drunken and disorderly businessman was arrested after he reportedly forced a police patrol off the road and was later abusive to several law enforcement officers.
The incident occurred around 23:10hrs on Tuesday and involved a dark blue pick-up truck, GZZ 200, which was being driven by the businessman. There was a male passenger in the vehicle at the time of the incident. Police, in a statement, said ranks performing duties at Mc Doom, East Bank Demerara (EBD) alerted their colleagues on the western side of the Demerara Harbour Bridge that a speeding vehicle was headed their way after running a police patrol off the road.
The pick-up was then stopped at the western exit of the bridge. The driver was told of the allegation made against him, to which he denied. The businessman provided his name, address and profession.

Police added that while the driver was conversing with the ranks, it was observed that he appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. However, when asked to subject himself to a breathalyzer test, he refused and started behaving disorderly. At that stage, he was questioned about the firearm seen in his waist, for which he produced a licence. Police said the officers took possession of his firearm out of caution for public safety due to his behaviour and after a lengthy delay, he was escorted to the La Grange Police Station. The vehicle was also impounded.
While at the station, the driver continued to behave disorderly in the presence of other ranks. He was warned several times about his behaviour but he continued and was subsequently placed into custody. The driver later subjected himself to a breathalyzer test, with the first reading recorded at 125mg and second was 147mg. He refused to sign the slips.
Police said charges are pending as investigations continue.