Casino operator’s loaded firearm alleged to have disappeared during visit to downtown mechanic; police probe underway

The Police reportedly are investigating the disappearance of a firearm
belonging to a well-known businessman, said to be the operator of a casino.
The man reported that he had lost his Smith and Wesson .38 revolver, along
with five matching rounds of ammunition, on Sunday, May 19, between 1 p.m.
and 2:30 p.m. The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) was informed of
the incident by a constable.   

Allegations are that the 79-year-old man went to his mechanic on St. John’s
Street to have an issue with his vehicle addressed. While sitting in the driver’s
seat, the businessman allegedly removed the firearm from his waist and
placed it on the mat next to his feet.
 
However, after the mechanical work was completed and he arrived home, he
realized the firearm was missing.