Ex-cop still in custody over robbery of Number 79 cambio dealer

Devendra Churaman

Eight persons, including an ex-police officer, are currently in custody in connection with the Number 79 Village home invasion in which cambio dealer Devendra Churaman was robbed of millions in cash and jewellery early on Monday morning.

Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum yesterday told Stabroek News that the suspects were arrested between Monday and yesterday. They remained in custody up to last evening and will be further questioned today.

Blanhum also said that investigators yesterday also interviewed Churaman for a second time.