A GUYANA Defence Force (GDF) reservist allegedly assaulted three policemen at the Pouderoyen tarmac, West Bank Demerara, on Friday evening.

A police report noted that police, on mobile patrol, came upon the suspect during their operation and he became verbally abusive towards them, using expletives. The policemen then warned the reservist of his conduct and requested him to desist from such behaviour but he continued in a loud tone of voice which attracted a large gathering.

He allegedly cuffed and ‘chucked’ a police rank several times when he attempted to arrest him. Upon seeing such, the Sergeant and other ranks tried to render assistance but they too were assaulted, causing one policeman to receive injuries to his mouth.

The perpetrator was subsequently subdued by the team, arrested and taken to the Vreed-en-Hoop Police Station where he was placed into custody pending charges.

The team of policemen were seen and examined by a doctor on duty at the West Demerara Regional Hospital and medical certificates were obtained.