See statement from the Customs Anti Narcotics Unit (CANU)
To the General Public,
We would like to bring to your attention an important health matter concerning a potentially hazardous substance that may be circulating, particularly within school environments.
It is vital for our community to stay informed about this issue to help protect the safety and well-being of all members.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
• Drug Name: Strawberry Quick
• Description: The “Strawberry Quick” resembles a strawberry pop rock candy that sizzles and ‘pops’ in your mouth; it also smells like strawberry.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
1. Remain Informed: Stay updated on any further communications regarding this issue.
2. Report Suspicious Activity: If you encounter this drug or witness anyone distributing it, please report it to law enforcement or encourage children to take any that they may have to a teacher, principal, or parents who can further reach out to Law Enforcement (GPF or CANU).
3. Educate: Please instruct your children not to accept candy from strangers and even not to accept candy that looks like this from a friend (who may have been given it and believed it is candy). This drug is suspected to be Methamphetamine and is very harmful to human health.
4. Contact Information:
For more information or if you have any concerns, please contact us at:
WEBSITE: https://canu.gov.gy
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/canu
TELEPHONE: +592 226 0431
WHATSAPP: +592 608 3344
Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
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