Robbert P. (40) arrested for violent robbery of taxi driver at Platte Brug
The 40-year-old Robbert P. was arrested on Friday, 13 November in connection with a violent robbery of his ex-partner, a taxi driver, on 28 September 2026.
Suspect in robbery and years-long abuse of ex-partner arrested in Paramaribo
The 40-year-old Robbert P. was arrested on Friday, 13 November by members of the Regional Assistance Team Paramaribo (RBTP) and the Directorate of National Security (DNV). This is reported by Waterkant. The arrest followed processed information from multiple specialised intelligence services; the man had been flagged for some time.
The arrest is in connection with a violent robbery on Monday, 28 September 2026 at the Platte Brug, at the level of the Waterkant in Suriname. The victim was the 40-year-old X.R., the ex-partner of the suspect, who works as a taxi driver.
Knife, chain and ignition key
That evening, the woman was at the location together with her 11-year-old son. She had just dropped off a passenger at the Molenpad, whilst her son waited by the vehicle. Upon her return, she suddenly saw a man running towards her, whom she recognised as her ex-partner Gregory.
The woman attempted to get into her vehicle and drive away, but was unsuccessful. According to the available information, the man then produced a knife and made several swinging motions in her direction. He then tore her gold necklace from her neck and took the ignition key from her Toyota Noah. Immediately after the incident, the woman went to the police to file a report.
Years-long abuse and threats
The complainant stated that she had experienced problems with her former partner for some time. The relationship began in 2012 and resulted in a son. According to her, the relationship was characterised over the years by abuse and threats. Even after she definitively ended the relationship, the man allegedly continued to harass and assault her.
The woman stated she felt seriously threatened. Her ex-partner allegedly repeatedly threatened her with death and also threatened her 11-year-old son with violence. She stated she had to remain constantly vigilant, for fear that he would one day cause her serious injury. Earlier, she had requested a protective order against the man from the Public Prosecutor's Office and had been granted one.
Multiple suspicions
In addition to the robbery on 28 September, Robbert P. is being linked to an armed robbery on 3 November 2016, serious assault, attempted serious assault and harassment. Following his arrest, he was handed over to the Centre police. After consultation with the Surinamese Public Prosecutor's Office, he has been remanded in custody.
Source: Waterkant