A North Ruimveldt, Georgetown, man was on Sunday morning busted with a large quantity of marijuana in a grease container at Issano, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni). The 32-year-old man arrived at the location in a boat from Bartica.
Based on reports received, the suspect was seen acting in a suspicious manner
The cannabis that was found concealed in the grease container
and as such, he was taken to the Issano Police Station where a search was conducted on his person. During the search, a total of 1625 grams of cannabis was unearthed in a five-gallon plastic container that he had in his possession.
The illegal drug was found in three well-taped parcels. He was taken into custody and is expected to be escorted to the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts today. He was charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking.
