One person is currently in custody following the discovery of $3.5 million worth of cannabis during an operation in George Street, Werk-en-Rust, Georgetown, on Tuesday.
According to a release from the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU), on the day in question, while conducting an “operation” in the area, its ranks intercepted a motor car driven by a lone occupant.
“A subsequent search of the motor car led to the discovery of several bags containing bulky parcels suspected to be cannabis,” the release said.
The suspected narcotic was transported to CANU’s Headquarters, where it tested positive for cannabis, weighting approximately 11.66 kg (almost 25.7 lbs.), with a street value of approximately $ 3.5 million.
The suspect is currently in custody and assisting with investigations.