Businessman arrested over alleged kidnapping scheme

Crime

July 2, 2026

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Businessman arrested over alleged kidnapping scheme

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A businessman from Alexander Street, Georgetown, was taken into custody after he reportedly attempted to kidnap an individual on Tuesday.

Police in a release stated that ranks, acting on information received, conducted an operation during which a 36-year-old businessman from Alexander Village, Georgetown, allegedly made arrangements and handed over a quantity of cash as part payment to have a male kidnapped.

As such, he was taken into custody. A quantity of cash was lodged as investigations continue.

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