Officers from the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) have carried out a series of drug raids in Tabatinga, Central Rupununi, resulting in the seizure of over 13 kilograms of cannabis and cocaine over a two-day period.
The operations, conducted between Monday and Tuesday, were all based on intelligence received by CANU and formed part of an ongoing crackdown on narcotics trafficking in the region.
On Monday, CANU officers executed two separate raids. The first occurred at an abandoned residence, where a search uncovered 1.2 kilograms of cannabis. No arrests were made, and investigations into the find are continuing.
Later the same day, officers conducted a second operation at another residence in Tabatinga. This search led to the discovery of 1.6 kilograms of cannabis and 63.7 grams of cocaine. One person was taken into custody and is currently assisting with the investigation.
On Tuesday, a third operation was carried out at a separate location in Tabatinga. Officers discovered a significant haul of 10.5 kilograms of cannabis. Two persons were arrested and are also assisting with ongoing enquiries.
The cumulative seizures from the three operations amount to 13.3 kilograms of cannabis and 63.7 grams of cocaine. CANU has not yet confirmed whether the incidents are connected but has indicated that investigations are active and further actions may follow.
Authorities continue to urge members of the public to report suspicious activities, especially in border regions such as Lethem, which have been identified as key transit points in the narcotics trade.
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