Last night, 23 June, officers responded to a report of a robbery at a barber shop on Eastern Avenue, near the School Road intersection, which took place shortly before 8:30PM. It was reported that three masked males entered the premises, one brandishing a knife and another brandishing a firearm. One of the men took a bag containing cash and personal items from one of the persons at the location. The suspects then fled the location. One shot was discharged during the incident, however, no one was injured. 

The suspects are described as being dressed in dark clothing with masks covering their faces. The person who brandished the knife is further described as being of dark complexion and about 6’ tall. 

The matter is currently under investigation. Anyone with any information or who may have witnessed the incident or anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incident, is asked to contact George Town CID at 949-4222. 

Anonymous tips can be provided directly to the RCIPS via our Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777, or via our website.