Pensioner arrested after unlicensed firearm is found in his bedroom

Stanley Scarder, a 76-year-old resident from Friendship, East Bank Demerara, was arrested last evening after Police searched his home and found an unlicenced firearm in his bedroom.

Police, during an intelligence-led operation, contacted Scarder at his residence, informed him of the reason for their presence and requested permission to conduct a search of his home for arms, ammunition, and drugs.

He did not object and allowed the ranks to enter and search.

During the search, Police found a Smith & Wesson PK380 firearm in Scarder’s bedroom, on a shelf next to his bed. Police asked Scarder if he was a licensed firearm holder. He replied in the negative. He was informed of the offence, cautioned and arrested.

He was escorted to the Grove Police Station where he was placed into custody pending further investigations.