Man charged with multiple firearms, narcotics offences- remanded to prison
Hansi Jones
Hansi Jones

TWENTY-SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Hansi Jones of Lot 111 Mitchel Street, Sophia, Georgetown, was arrested on October 26, 2024, following allegations of multiple offences related to illegal firearms and narcotics.
Authorities detained Jones on charges of Possession of a Firearm Without a Licence, Possession of Ammunition Without a Licence, Possession of a Firearm Component, and Possession of Narcotics for the Purpose of Trafficking.
Jones faced formal charges on October 30, 2024, under Section 16(2)(a) of the Firearm Act, Chapter 16:05, and Section 5(1)(a)(i) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, Chapter 10:10. Appearing before Magistrate Sunil Scarce at the Diamond/Grove Magistrate’s Court, he pleaded not guilty to all charges.

Magistrate Scarce ordered Jones remanded to prison, with his next court appearance scheduled for November 25, 2025, when statements are expected to be presented in court.

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