The arrest was carried out by members of the Regio Bijstand Team Oost (RBTO). The suspect was being sought by detectives from Regio Midden Suriname on suspicion of theft involving violence, attempted murder and attempted manslaughter.
The case is linked to an armed robbery in October 2025, in which an elderly woman was the victim. During the robbery, the perpetrators allegedly stole SRD 200,000, 6,500 euros and various gold items of jewellery, including a bracelet and earrings.
According to the investigation findings, J.L. allegedly committed the robbery together with a second suspect, known by the initials L.B.
Confession during questioning
During questioning, J.L. allegedly fully confessed to involvement in the armed robbery. In addition, he allegedly told police that he stabbed his wife. No further details have yet been released about the circumstances under which this stabbing incident took place.
Following consultation with the Openbaar Ministerie (OM), J.L. was remanded in police custody.
The second suspect, L.B., was previously arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the same case, but has since been released.
Detectives from Regio Midden Suriname are continuing the investigation. This includes examining the suspects’ involvement in the violent robbery and the other criminal offences of which J.L. is suspected.
