A man, who allegedly raped a Linden woman and then robbed her late last month, was yesterday shot and injured at his home by the police, after he reportedly attacked them.

Mark Cyrus

Mark Cyrus, 38, of 5031 Park Lane, Amelia’s Ward, Linden was shot in his right thigh by the police at approximately 10 am yesterday, police said in a press release. He is currently receiving attention at the Georgetown Public Hospital.

According to the release, Cyrus was shot during efforts to arrest him after he was identified as the assailant by the victim of an alleged rape.

The release said two policemen, one of whom was armed with a shotgun, went to Cyrus’s home and during efforts to arrest him, Cyrus attacked them with a prospecting knife forcing the armed rank to resort to the use of force and he was shot and injured to his right upper leg. Cyrus was taken to the Mackenzie Hospital and then referred to the Georgetown facility.

Police said a cell phone which was identified by the complainant as belonging to her was found in his possession.

When police got to his residence, Cyrus was seen lying in a hammock in the house and as the police approached him he allegedly drew his weapon.

The armed officer then shot him in the right upper thigh and relieved him of the weapon after he fell to the ground. He was taken to the Linden Hospital Complex but later referred to the Georgetown hospital.

Police also recovered two televisions sets, one camouflage suit and a crowbar among other items which are suspected to have been stolen.

Stabroek News understands that Cyrus is a feared person in his community. Several persons complimented the police officers for their quick response and the consideration used in apprehending the man.