The Police say they are investigating a robbery under arms committed on Komattie Kissoon, 25 years, of Middle Road, La Penitence, which occurred about 0200h. this morning, by four males, one armed with a handgun. The bandits seized $4,500.00 cash, one cell phone and a handbag containing documents.
Enquiries disclosed that the victim was in the lower flat of the house, resting on a chair, when she was confronted by the men who held her at gunpoint and demanded cash and valuables. She handed over the items aforementioned, after which they fled and she raised an alarm.
The police said that having been notified of the robbery whilst it was in progress they responded promptly. On arrival the suspects were seen fleeing the scene. They were pursued but managed to jump a northern fence and escaped. The area was searched and the ranks found a .32 revolver, a black toque and a yellow glove.
