Foreign ganja found in barrel shipped from USA at GNSC wharf

Officers attached to the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) unearthed 16.2 kilograms of foreign ganja in a barrel shipped from the United States of America (USA) at the Guyana National Shipping Corporation (GNSC) Wharf, Georgetown, on Friday.

CANU stated that acting on information received, they searched one barrel, which led to the discovery of 30 transparent parcels containing a quantity of foreign cannabis. At the time of the discovery, no arrests were made. Investigations are ongoing.

This seizure is part of ongoing collaborative efforts by GRA Customs and CANU officers to prevent the entry of illicit drugs concealed in cargo and other shipments.

The agencies remain committed to strengthening security measures and ensuring that Guyana’s borders remain protected against drug trafficking.