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Hague Back man, 74, held over shotgun

By Staff Editor Fri, September 11 2026, 2:02 AM GMT-4

A 74-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday after police found a 12-gauge shotgun concealed at his Hague Back, West Coast Demerara residence.

Police said ranks visited the property at about 11.30 am after receiving reports that gunshots had been heard in the area.

The pensioner was contacted and a search of his residence was conducted. During the search, ranks found the shotgun concealed between a bed and mattress in the lower flat of the building.

An air rifle was also handed over to the police.

The pensioner reportedly told investigators that he was not the holder of a firearm licence. He was arrested and taken to the Leonora Police Station, where the weapons were lodged.

He remains in custody as investigations continue.

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