Two labourers have been charged separately for possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking.
Charged: Avinash Persaud
The charge against Avinash Persaud, 28, of Perseverance, Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) states that he was found with 2.1 grams of cannabis.
When he appeared at the Suddie Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Dylon Bess, he pleaded guilty to the charge and was fined $30,000 and ordered to perform 50 hours of community service before the end of November 2022. The service is to be performed at the Suddie Police Station and Suddie Magistrate’s Court compound. If he does not perform the community service, the default sentence of six months’ imprisonment would apply.
Charged: Avinash Persaud
Ravi Patrick, 41, of Charity Housing Scheme, Essequibo Coast has also been charged for possession of narcotics. It is alleged that he had 10. 8 grams of cannabis in his possession. He also appeared before Magistrate Bess, but
pleaded not guilty to the charge and was placed on $30,000 bail. His case, adjourned to October 14, has been transferred before the Charity Magistrate. (G9)
