Two persons who were intercepted by ranks of the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) and the Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard on Friday, are in custody after narcotics were found in their possession.
The vessel that was intercepted.
According to a press release from CANU, the authorities were conducting a joint operation at Vergenoegen, East Bank Essequibo when they intercepted a “go fast” vessel with the two occupants on board.
Upon searching the vessel, a large quantity of narcotics along with a quantity of fuel and other items were discovered and the two persons were arrested.
They are currently in custody as the investigations continue.
