Cops wrap up Nonpareil pensioner murder probe

Roger Manikam

The police yesterday closed their investigations into the allegation against four persons in custody in relation to the murder of Roger Manikam and the case file is currently with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)  awaiting legal advice.

This is according to Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum who told Stabroek News that the suspects, three adults and a 12-year-old girl, will be making their first court appearance as soon as advice is received. It is unclear whether the juvenile will be charged.

The body of Manikam, 65, of Nonpareil, East Coast Demerara, was discovered on Sunday near a drain, some five corners from