Update (20 March):
At about 8:00PM on Friday, 17 March, officers had reason to stop and search a vehicle in George Town, which was suspected to have been involved in a robbery which had taken place at a business on Eastern Avenue early the same morning.
The lone occupant of the vehicle, a man, age 29 of George Town, was arrested on suspicion of robbery in relation to the incident. He has been granted police bail pending further investigation.
Initial Release (17 March):
Shortly after 1:00AM this morning, 17 March, officers responded to a report of an armed robbery at a business on Eastern Avenue, just north of Godfrey Nixon Way. It was reported that two men, one of whom was carrying a gun, entered the location and demanded cash. The men then fled the location with a quantity of cash. No shots were fired and no one was injured during the incident.
The culprits are both described as being of dark complexion and medium build. Both were wearing green shirts, dark glasses, and had their faces covered.
The matter is currently under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact George Town CID at 949-4999.
Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.