Four Suspects Remanded in Connection with Corentyne Armed Robberies

Four men from Corentyne, Berbice were remanded in prison after their arrests for various armed robberies. They face serious charges stemming from incidents in Tain and Rose Hall Town, with court appearances scheduled for early February to address multiple complaints against them. The arrests demonstrate proactive law enforcement efforts to address crime in the area.

Four individuals from Corentyne, Berbice have been remanded to prison following their arrests linked to multiple armed robbery incidents. These suspects were taken into custody during an intelligence-led operation conducted by the Regional Division 6 Detectives on January 29, 2025. The accused individuals include Jousha Beharry, 24; Nathanel Latchmna, 20; Sahil Hardin, 24; and Bryan Sundatt, 18.

All four suspects were charged with armed robbery against a female victim that took place in Tain, Corentyne, on January 28. They appeared before Magistrate Tuanna Hardy at the Whim Magistrate’s Court on January 31, where they were not required to enter a plea, and the case has been adjourned until February 28. Furthermore, Beharry, Latchmna, and Sundatt have faced additional charges related to another robbery that involved three victims in Rose Hall Town on January 22.

The suspects made an appearance at the Albion Magistrate Court before Magistrate Michelle Mathias and were remanded. Beharry has been charged with two separate offenses. One charge pertains to the theft of $300,000 and additional items valued at $1,550,000 from a 39-year-old female victim in Nigg Village. The second charge involves robbing a 31-year-old domestic worker from Fyrish Long Dam of $15,000 and a cell phone worth $41,000. Both cases are set to be heard on February 4.

All charges against the accused have been filed pursuant to Section 222(c) of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01, of the Laws of Guyana. Authorities are conducting ongoing investigations in light of the severity and frequency of these criminal acts in the region.

The prevalence of armed robbery in Guyana, particularly in regions like Corentyne, has raised significant concerns about public safety. The recent arrests highlight law enforcement’s efforts to tackle organized crime following a series of reported armed heists. As part of a coordinated strategy to reduce such instances, police have undertaken intelligence-led operations to prevent further incidents and apprehend suspects during criminal activities.

The recent arrests of four suspects in Corentyne serve as a critical step in addressing the alarming rise of armed robbery in the region. With cases pending in court, law enforcement continues to reinforce their commitment to tackling crime effectively. The outcomes of these charges will be closely monitored, emphasizing the importance of community safety and justice.

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