DETECTIVES from Regional Division 4A (Georgetown) are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Tuesday afternoon, involving a 42-year-old man, Carl Cato, from Vryheid’s Lust, East Coast Demerara.
Cato sustained a gunshot wound to his left foot, reportedly inflicted by a 28-year-old security guard employed by Sheriff Security Services.

The incident took place at approximately 2:50 PM on Carmichael Street, Georgetown.
According to initial inquiries, Cato was riding a bicycle when he was confronted by the security guard, who accused him of stealing the bicycle.

The security guard claimed that the bicycle belonged to another employee of Sheriff Security Services and had been stolen earlier.
The confrontation escalated into a physical altercation, during which Cato allegedly attempted to disarm the security guard. During the struggle, the firearm discharged, striking Cato in the left leg.

Police responded to the scene and transported Cato to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, where he is currently in stable condition.
The security guard was arrested, and the firearm, along with one spent shell, was seized and lodged as evidence. The bicycle in question was also taken into custody.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.