A 33-year-old gold miner from the Richmond Housing Scheme, Essequibo Coast, who was observed disposing of a quantity of ganja on Friday at Sands Backdam, Cuyuni River, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), was taken into custody.
Based on reports received, police were on mobile patrol duties when they observed a parked motor lorry along the roadway undergoing mechanical repairs. However, as the ranks approached the vehicle, they saw the suspect throwing a black plastic bag into nearby bushes.
The bag was retrieved, and upon inspection, five parcels containing ganja were found. He was informed of the offense, arrested, and taken to the Parika Police Station, where the cannabis was weighed and amounted to 2,205 grams. He remains in custody pending charges.
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