At Rampur Village, Berbice…
A suspected bandit was shot and killed during a confrontation with the Police on Monday last.

Collis Johnson, 28, of Lot 5 Rampur Village, Corriverton was fatally shot during a confrontation with the police around 16:30 hrs Monday, during which one .22 pistol with four live .22 rounds of ammunition were retrieved.

Police, in a statement, said that, acting on information received, ranks went to Rampur Village in search of the suspect who is wanted in relation to a recent robbery at Angoy’s Avenue.

“He started to run and the ranks chased after him, during which time he discharged several rounds at the police who took cover and returned fire,” the Police statement said.

“He died before receiving medical attention,” the Police added.

The body is awaiting post-mortem.