IN a targeted ‘Eyes in the Sky’ and ‘Cordon and Search’ operation led by intelligence, law enforcement officials seized a 9mm firearm during an early morning operation in the Central Police Station District on Tuesday.

The operation, spearheaded by the Regional Divisional Detective Officer for Region Six, focused on Lot 24 Sheet Anchor Village, East Canje Berbice. Upon arrival at the scene, officers engaged with Delcina Lampkin, a 31-year-old Businesswoman, to explain the purpose of their presence. Lampkin co-operated, consenting to a thorough search of the two-storey building.
As officers commenced the search, they observed a male individual attempting to flee by exiting a window on the upper floor of the residence.
The suspect, later identified as Rashane Pellew, a 26-year-old Labourer residing at the location, leaped to the lower level and attempted to escape towards the rear fence. Law enforcement personnel swiftly pursued and apprehended Pellew.
During a subsequent search of Pellew, officers discovered a black 9MM pistol equipped with one magazine. Pellew was promptly informed of the nature of his offence, cautioned, and taken into custody.
Further exploration of the premises, including the upper and lower flats and a specific room where Pellew had been seen exiting, revealed the presence of a female and eight cellular phones.

Authorities proceeded to arrest Pellew and three other individuals present in the residence, transporting them to the Central Police Station. The seized firearm and mobile phones were also secured as evidence in the ongoing investigation.
Rashane Pellew is scheduled to face charges related to the firearm discovery and other possible offences. Police inquiries remain active as they continue to gather information pertinent to the case.