The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) has, over the past days, seized a quantity of cannabis, one shotgun and over 100 rounds of ammunition during several operations in Region Six.
The drug enforcement body stated that on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 one man was arrested after a motor vehicle was intercepted with 1.586 kilograms of cannabis at High Dam, Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam. The ganja was reportedly stashed in three yellow bags.
However, one day later, a shotgun, matching ammunition, and a quantity of cannabis were found during an operation at Sand Hills, Berbice River. CANU stated that ranks, acting on intelligence, conducted an operation in the area where multiple properties were searched.
This operation led to the discovery of multiple bags containing 186.8 kilograms of ganja, along with a shotgun and 110 12-gauge cartridges. No arrests were made.
Then, on Saturday, November 7, a resident of Islington, East Bank, Berbice, was intercepted with 17 kilograms of cannabis in his vehicle.
Finally, on Sunday, November 8, 2026, three persons were arrested following the discovery of 21.358 kilograms of marijuana at Crabwood Creek, Corentyne. CANU stated that during the operation, a boat carrying several persons was stopped and searched, during which several white salt bags were found containing the cannabis.
The arrested individuals remain in custody and are assisting with the investigations.
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