Police in Regional Division 4 C, East Coast Demerara (ECD) on Friday discovered a quantity of cannabis during an intel-led operation at Victoria Road, Plaisance.
Based on reports received, police ranks observed a black garbage bag on the eastern parapet of the access road next to a trench, and upon inspection, some 30 multi-coloured resealable bags with printed cartoon characters were found.
Of the 30, 25 contained ganja, while the other five were empty. In addition, another black plastic bag containing additional cannabis was found within the garbage bag.
The narcotics were escorted to the Sparendaam Police Station, where the 25 cartoon-character resealable bags weighed 88 grams (g), and the additional black plastic bag weighed 510 g. At the time of the operation, no arrests were made.
Police are continuing their investigations. Back in October, the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) reported that it had seized a quantity of narcotics packaged in a child-friendly manner.
The packaging, designed to resemble a colourful candy or dessert wrapper, appears to be a deliberate attempt by drug traffickers to attract children and unsuspecting individuals.
As such, CANU has warned the public, particularly parents, teachers, and guardians, to remain vigilant. The cartoon-style graphics and playful imagery used on these packages are intended to present the drugs as harmless treats.
The drug enforcement unit emphasises that the contents of these packages are highly dangerous and can cause serious harm or even death if consumed.
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