In a significant breakthrough, law enforcement authorities have apprehended Daniel Alexander Ramirez Peodomo, the prime suspect in the devastating bombing of a Mobil gas station in East Bank Essequibo, Guyana. The arrest followed a swift manhunt initiated after the suspect was identified as the individual responsible for the deadly explosion on Sunday night. The police had earlier offered a GY$5 million reward for information leading to his capture.
According to investigators, Peodomo was arrested at Vergenoegen Side Line Dam, East Bank Essequibo, on Tuesday afternoon. The arrest was made possible through actionable intelligence gathered by the police. A team led by a Superintendent swiftly moved in to detain the suspect, who is now in custody and assisting with ongoing investigations.
The bombing, which occurred on Sunday night, resulted in the tragic death of a six-year-old girl and left four others injured. Surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts revealed that Peodomo had attempted to place a bulky plastic bag in a waste disposal bin near a gasoline pump. When the gas station attendant intervened, he relocated the bag near a cooking gas depot and a parked car. Moments later, the bag exploded, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
Earlier on Tuesday, police also recovered the clothing Peodomo was wearing during the incident, further strengthening the case against him. The arrest marks a critical step in the investigation, as authorities continue to piece together the events leading up to the attack and determine the suspect’s motives.
The community remains in shock over the incident, with many expressing relief at the swift arrest. Authorities have assured the public that they are committed to ensuring justice for the victims and their families.