GY$9 million robbery in yard of Springlands-based financial institution

Last Updated on Friday, 21 August 2026, 21:08 by Writer

A 31-year-old businesswoman was robbed Thursday afternoon of more than GY$9 million in the compound of a financial institution at Springlands, Corriverton, Berbice, police said.

The Guyana Police Force did not name the financial institution where the alleged incident occurred at about 12:45 p.m.

Investigators said the businesswoman of Number 50 Village, Corentyne, Berbice, arrived at the location with a small suitcase containing GY$9 million and a shoulder bag containing cash and a cellular phone.

While walking towards the financial institution, the woman alleged she was confronted by a male who tugged at her shoulder bag and pressed an object against her waist while threatening to shoot her.

“The victim reportedly became fearful and released the suitcase, while the suspect also relieved her of the shoulder bag containing GY$15,040 and an iPhone 17 Pro Max,” the Guyana Police Force said in a statement.

Police said the suspect subsequently escaped and joined another male who was waiting on a motorcycle, after which they rode away in a southern direction.

Police said CCTV cameras were seen in the area and footage was being reviewed as part of the investigation.

No arrests have been made, police said.