Weapons, narcotics found on US cargo flight

IN a significant development on October 18, 2023, Customs Officers of the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) made a substantial seizure of weapons and items believed to be narcotics.
These illicit items were found concealed within a barrel that arrived on an incoming cargo flight from the United States.

GRA noted that the vigilant Customs Officials, during their routine inspection at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport at Timehri, made the alarming discovery.
The authorities swiftly acted on their findings, seizing the items and taking the shipping agent, who was present during the inspection, into custody. Subsequently, the shipping agent was handed over to both the Guyana Police Force and the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) for further investigations.
The seizure is part of an ongoing effort by GRA to combat the smuggling of refined narcotic drugs and other illicit items through personal consignments, including barrels, boxes, packages, suitcases, and containers at various ports of entry into Guyana.

The Guyana Revenue Authority issues a stern warning to anyone involved in or contemplating engaging in such illegal activities to cease and desist immediately.
Those found in violation of the law will be dealt with according to legal procedures.

To enhance these efforts, GRA calls upon the general public to report any illicit, unlawful, or smuggling activities by contacting its dedicated hotline at telephone number 227-6060.
Several extensions, including 3201, 3204, 3205, 3211, 3212, and 3408, are available to receive information. All information provided will be treated with the utmost confidentiality, and informants may be eligible for rewards in accordance with the provisions of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01.

The Guyana Revenue Authority noted that it remains committed to safeguarding the nation from illegal activities and ensuring that the law is upheld at all ports of entry into the country.