Police in Regional Division #9 have initiated an investigation following the discovery of a quantity of suspected cannabis during an operation in Surama Village, North Rupununi, on Saturday evening. The exercise led to the apprehension of a 20-year-old resident of the area.
The operation was conducted at approximately 19:00 hours on May 2, 2026. Ranks acting on intelligence intercepted the young man and conducted a search of his person and a side bag he was carrying at the time.
During the search, officers discovered 17 transparent Ziploc plastic bags containing a quantity of seeds, leaves, and stems suspected to be cannabis concealed within the bag.
The suspect was immediately arrested and escorted to the Annai Police Station. In his presence, the illicit substance was weighed, amounting to a total of 34 grams. The suspected narcotics have since been lodged as evidence pending further legal action.
The suspect remains in police custody as investigators continue their inquiries into the matter. No charges have been officially laid at this time as police gather additional information regarding the circumstances of the discovery and the suspect’s involvement in the possession of the illicit substance.
