SMN News learnt that police arrested the officer's son and his girlfriend while they searched a home in Belvedere and confiscated a set of expensive jewelry. Police also arrested a third suspect, sources close to the investigation say the third suspect is an employee of Diamond Casino.
Head of the Detective Department Denise Jacob told SMN News in an exclusive interview that two of the three suspects that are behind bars are the main suspects in a spate of robberies. Jacob said at least three jewelry stores were robbed in recent weeks and three locations were searched, two homes and a Guest House in Pointe Blanche area.
She said that the jewelry they confiscated are expensive items such as rings and bracelets. Jacob did not divulge much information on the ongoing investigation. When asked by SMN News if there is any fear among the officers that they might be victimized after arresting a close relative of their colleague. Jacob said the police organization is busy creating awareness among themselves ensuring that everyone within the organization knows that all persons whether they are relatives of police officers or fellow police officers that are suspected of any crime must be treated equally. "In my book no one is above the law, and the officers must be able to do their jobs without the fear of victimization. As the head of this detective department I will not stand for that," Jacob assured.
