Teenager Arrested with Over a Kilogram of Marijuana at Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling

In a morning operation today, 19-year-old labourer Michael Gilkes of Den Amstel, West Coast Demerara, was apprehended at the Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling after being discovered in possession of 1,108 grams of suspected marijuana.

The arrest took place at approximately 10:30 a. m. when vigilant police officers on beat duty observed Gilkes acting suspiciously with a black plastic bag in his right hand at the stelling area. The officers, noting the unusual behavior, approached the teenager, identified themselves, and proceeded to conduct a search of the bag he was carrying.

Upon inspection, the bag was found to contain a significant quantity of leaves, seeds, and stems suspected to be cannabis. The total weight of the confiscated substance amounted to 1,108 grams.

Following the discovery, Gilkes was promptly arrested and taken to the Vreed-en-Hoop Police Station, where he is currently in custody. He is expected to face charges related to the possession of the illegal substance.

The police’s swift action underscores their commitment to maintaining public safety and curbing illicit activities within the community. The suspect will undergo legal proceedings as law enforcement continues its efforts to address drug-related issues in the region.

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