On April 13th, 2022, Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) officers conducted an intelligence-led operation that resulted in the interception of a ‘Mahdia bound’ minibus carrying passengers and food supplies at Yarrowkabra village, Linden Soesdyke Highway.
A subsequent search of the minibus resulted in the discovery of 19 parcels of suspected cannabis concealed in pieces of sponge and the arrest of 6 persons, a release from CANU said.
The driver, Nelvern Isaacs; 40, along with five male passengers, was escorted to CANU Headquarters along with the suspected narcotics. The narcotics tested positive for cannabis, and had a total weight of 19.593kg, with a street value of approximately $6M.
All of the suspects are presently in custody pending investigation.
