(CMR) The RCIPS responded to two reports of armed robberies over the past 24 hours at business establishments that provide a 24 hours service to the public.
One of the robberies took place in the Savannah area of Bodden Town, and the other took place on Eastern Avenue in George Town.
The first incident took place just after 9:15 pm yesterday, 13 December, at a take away restaurant located at Country Side, Savannah. It was reported that a single male with his head and face covered entered the establishment brandishing a handgun and demanded cash.
The male made off from the location with a quantity of cash, heading toward Newlands on foot. Police responded to the incident and searched the area but could not locate the suspect.
The second incident occurred just after 3:20 am today, 14 December, at the McRuss grocery store on Eastern Avenue in George Town. Three men entered the establishment, one armed with a handgun and the other two had knives. All three had their faces and head covered and demanded cash. They then made off with a quantity of cash towards the rear of the store.
No firearms were discharged, and no injuries were reported during these incidents.
“Detectives are working diligently to solve these robbery incidents that have been occurring, while our uniform operations have been increasing patrols and making themselves visible during key times and locations,” said Detective Superintendent Peter Lansdown.
“We are encouraging business owners to take precautions like ensuring that they make regular and staggered bank deposits to limit loss and to employ additional security measures where possible, to reduce your chances of being victims of crimes,” he added.
Anyone with information is asked to contact George Town CID at 949-4222. Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via their Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777 or their website.
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