Robbery suspect shot by police during arrest

A 24-year-old man, identified as Neil Miggins, also known as “Scissors Head,” was injured following a police confrontation late Thursday night in Sisters Village, West Bank Demerara.

At approximately 23:30 hrs, a team of police officers visited Miggins’ residence in connection with a robbery investigation. The suspect is accused of robbing Ronston Bostwick of $300,000 in cash on October 26, 2024, while armed with a handgun.

Upon arrival, officers contacted Miggins, who was at the upper flat of his two-storey wooden and concrete home. Miggins reportedly pushed his head through a bedroom window and was informed of the allegations against him. He denied the accusations and refused to open the door to the police.

In an attempt to evade capture, Miggins jumped through an eastern window from the upper floor and ran into the path of one of the officers. During a struggle, Miggins reportedly grabbed the officer’s 9mm pistol and tried to disarm him. The firearm discharged, and a round struck Miggins in the lower right foot.

Miggins was immediately apprehended and transported to the West Demerara Regional Hospital, where he received medical treatment and was later discharged. He was placed into custody at the Parfaite Harmonie Police Station as investigations continue.