The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) on Friday intercepted a Berbice resident with a loaded shotgun during an operation at Palmyra, East Canje, Berbice.
Arrested: Radesh Bickharie
Based on reports received, on the day in question, drug enforcement officers conducted an operation at a residence in Palmyra, East Canje, Berbice, during which the loaded improvised shotgun and one live cartridge were discovered. Another cartridge was also found during the search.
The shotgun and cartridges
As a result, Radesh Bickharie, 52, was arrested and taken to the Central Police Station, New Amsterdam, Berbice, along with the firearm and the live cartridges as investigations continue.
