100 pairs of scissors among items confiscated at Providence Stadium
One hundred pairs of scissors along with 2000 cigarette lighters, 50 small transparent ziplock bags with marijuana, 50 joints (ganja) and 15 weapons were confiscated on Saturday evening at the Guyana National Stadium (GNS), Providence, East Bank Demerara (EBD).
The items were found on patrons who were attending the Flash Back Party. Police stated that about 10,000 persons were searched thus leading to the discovery of the items.
The ganja and joints found on patrons
In addition, the Police added that several persons were arrested and are expected to be charged with possession of narcotics. The event, which was hosted by a popular entertainment group, is an annual affair but the group ensures that security is paramount.
These thorough searches were implemented two years ago after chaos erupted at the National Park during the “Baderation” Concert. Gunshots were fired while dancehall artiste Skeng was performing.
The scissors and other weapons confiscated
Videos circulated on social media depicting the firing of gunshots during the artiste’s performance, causing minor injuries from thrown glass bottles in the crowd. The Banks DIH bar at the event was also reportedly robbed, and one person was arrested for illegal possession of a gun.
In response to the incident, Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken met with event promoters, ordering heightened security for future events.
Days after the concert, Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn announced a ban on “artistes like Skeng” from performing at public events in Guyana. This decision followed public opinions suggesting that the artist may have influenced violent behaviour among partygoers at the concert.
