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Police intercept Route 50 minibus with over 164lbs ganja

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The narcotics found

Police ranks in Regional Division #5 (Mahaica-Berbice) are investigating a major narcotic seizure that occurred around 06:00hrs today (Sunday, November 2, 2025).

The minibus in which the narcotics were found
The discovery was made during a police operation along the Foulis Public Road, West Coast Berbice.

During the exercise, ranks intercepted a Route #50 minibus, bearing registration number BAJ 534.

At the time, a 44-year-old male of Hopetown Village, WCB, was driving the minibus.

A search of the vehicle uncovered several bulky bags containing leaves, seeds and stems suspected to be cannabis.

The suspected narcotics were weighed in the presence of the driver and amounted to 164.7 pounds.

The exhibits and vehicle have been lodged, and the driver remains in Police custody as investigations continue.

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