A MAN, who was allegedly caught with over 7 Kilograms of cannabis hidden in 5 gallon buckets in his home, was, on Wednesday, remanded to prison by Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan, when he made an appearance at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court.

Milroy Taylor of Stevedore Housing Scheme pleaded not guilty to the possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking charge when it was read to him. The charge alleged that Taylor, on March 1, at Stevedore Housing Scheme, Georgetown, had in his possession, 7 kilograms 484 grams of cannabis for the purpose of trafficking.

It is alleged that, on the day in question, at about 11:30 hours, acting on information received, police went to Taylor’s home where they contacted him. A search was performed on his person and his premises. While they were searching the bedroom of his home, two white five gallon buckets were found. They were opened in his presence and several transparent Ziploc plastic bags containing suspected marijuana were reportedly found. Taylor was told of the allegation and cautioned.

While under caution he reportedly admitted to the offence. He was escorted to the Narcotics Branch along with the illegal drugs. Further investigations resulted in him being charged. The matter was adjourned until March 29.