In a significant court development in Guyana, a 48-year-old unemployed man has confessed to a series of burglaries targeting both government institutions and private citizens. Neil Medas, also known as “Shoulders,” entered guilty pleas on Wednesday for five distinct counts of break-in and theft offenses committed on December 8, 2025.
The most notable target among the burglaries was the Ministry of Home Affairs, a key government security institution. Additionally, Medas targeted the Ptolemy Reid Rehabilitation Centre on Carmichael Street in Georgetown and three individual victims. According to police statements, the Guyana Human Rights Association/Policy Forum Guyana offices were not among the locations burglarized.
With no fixed address provided to the court, Medas faced charges encompassing all criminal incidents. Following his comprehensive admission of guilt across all charges, the presiding judge ordered his remand to prison pending sentencing. The judicial proceedings have been formally adjourned until January 7, 2026, when the case will resume for potential sentencing considerations.
The Guyana Police Force confirmed the details of the case through an official spokeswoman, highlighting the successful investigation that led to these charges. The consecutive burglaries within a single day raised particular concerns about security protocols at government facilities, though authorities have not disclosed the specific items or valuables taken during these incidents.