A 44-year-old miner has been arrested after approximately 36 pounds of suspected cocaine were discovered concealed inside frozen fish during an intelligence-led operation at Richmondville, Providence, East Bank Demerara, on Sunday.
According to Police Headquarters, ranks intercepted a motor vehicle driven by the miner, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle.
A search of the vehicle’s trunk led to the discovery of two bags containing frozen fish. Upon further examination, officers uncovered several parcels containing a white powdery substance suspected to be cocaine hidden inside the fish.
The suspect was arrested and escorted to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters along with the suspected narcotics and the vehicle.
Police said a total of 15 parcels of suspected cocaine were recovered from the frozen fish. The 44-year-old remains in Police custody as investigations continue.
Source: NEW ROOMS SITE
