The Guyana Revenue Authority’s Law Enforcement and Investigation Division recently seized quantities of cannabis and refined marijuana found in an incoming passenger’s luggage at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri and is calling on persons to desist from such activities.
It was March 3rd the seizure was made and the passenger was arrested and handed over to the Customs Anti Narcotics Unit (CANU) as investigation continues.
According to a release from the Authority it continues to observe “alarming cases of increased efforts to smuggle refined narcotic drugs and other such illicit items through personal consignments (barrels, boxes, packages, suitcases and containers) at ports of entry into Guyana”.
It is asking the public to report any illicit, unlawful or smuggling activities on telephone number 227-6060, Extensions 3201, 3204, 3205, 3211, 3212, or 3408. All information provided will be dealt with strict confidentiality and such persons may be rewarded in accordance with the provisions of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01.
