Police Raid Friendship Residence, Detain Three Individuals, and Seize 450 Grams of Suspected Cannabis

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In a targeted operation today (Thursday, August 31), law enforcement apprehended three men at a residence in Friendship, East Bank Demerara, subsequently seizing approximately 450 grams of suspected Cannabis.

Acting on credible intelligence, a team of Police officers led by a Corporal converged on a dwelling situated along Friendship Public Road, EBD. Upon arrival, the officers encountered 56-year-old Richard Charles, who identified himself as the proprietor of the house.

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After explaining the purpose of their presence, the officers requested permission to carry out a search of the premises. Mr. Charles consented and facilitated their entry into the residence for the search.

Inside the residence, the officers discovered two additional individuals: John D’Ornellas, a 28-year-old vendor residing in Block X Diamond Housing Scheme, EBD, and Jerome Bernard, a 42-year-old laborer from C Field, South Sophia.

While scouring the premises, the officers uncovered a conspicuously-sized transparent package containing leaves, seeds, and stems that raised suspicion of being Cannabis. This package was discovered beneath a bed in a bedroom.

The three men were duly informed of the allegations and cautioned. During this process, the 56-year-old homeowner claimed that the 28-year-old and 42-year-old individuals occupied the room in question.

Subsequent to their apprehension, the three men were escorted to the Diamond Police Station. A subsequent weigh-in of the seized substance confirmed its weight as approximately 450 grams, strengthening the suspicion that it is indeed Cannabis.

As investigations continue, law enforcement remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community while addressing potential criminal activities.

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