One of the two suspects who are currently being sought by the police in relation to the murder of Ronald Omar Smith during a robbery on Camp Street last Friday is known to the police.
This was confirmed by Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum, who told Stabroek News that the suspects are yet to be apprehended.
A driver, who accompanied Smith during his errands was arrested for questioning. He remains in police custody.
Police on Friday said Smith, 40, a resident of Wakapau, Pomeroon, Essequibo, was shot dead as he was visiting his girlfriend after selling a quantity of gold.
The attack occurred around 4.25pm.
The police, in a report, said Smith made several stops using a car and conducting business in and out of the city in the company of a miner, who was the driver of the vehicle, PZZ 6065.
According to the police, initial investigations revealed that Smith had made a sale of gold and placed some $437,000 cash in a haversack and later went to visit his girlfriend.
The police added that Smith along with his girlfriend were standing in the vicinity of the Impeccable Beauty Salon, when they were confronted by two men on a white motorcycle.
The pillion rider dismounted the motorcycle and discharged two rounds at Smith, who as a result fell to the ground.
The suspect then grabbed the haversack and subsequently made good his escape with his accomplice.
Smith was then taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital, where he died while receiving care. His body was examined and three circular wounds were seen to the upper left shoulder, the middle region of the stomach and another in his right armpit.
The shooting was recorded by a nearby security camera, which is being reviewed by the police.
In the footage, seen by this newspaper, Smith and his girlfriend were standing together when a motorcycle with two men approached.
The pillion rider then disembarked and rushed towards Smith, who attempted to run away.
However, a scuffle ensued between Smith and his attacker over a haversack he had in his possession. Smith’s girlfriend fled. The gunman managed to relieve Smith of the haversack after which he pointed the gun in his direction.
Shortly after, Smith was seen clutching his chest as the gunman got back on the motorcycle and escaped.
His accomplice remained seated on the motorcycle throughout the attack.
