Pictured Above: The seized marijuana with an estimated street value of $1.3 million. An early morning high-speed chase in the Western Division resulted in the arrest of two (2) suspects today (Friday 29th September 2023), and the seizure of a quantity of marijuana, worth an estimated $1.3 million.
Officers of the Division, along with the Coastal and Riverine and Air Support Units, were on patrol around 1:10 AM this morning in the Chaguaramas district, when they observed a white pirogue docked close to the shoreline. The Officers also observed a white X-Trail motor vehicle with two (2) male occupants, parked a short distance away. Upon seeing the Officers, the men drove off and a chase ensued, which ended with the vehicle being intercepted along Abbe Poujade Road. A search of the vehicle resulted in two (2) crocus bags containing a 48.94 Kilogrammes of marijuana being found and seized. The drug has an estimated street value of $1.3 million. The two (2) suspects, ages forty-one (41) and thirty (30), both of St. Augustine, were arrested in connection with the find. Investigations are ongoing into the above matter. Commissioner of Police, Erla Harewood-Christopher praised the quick and diligent work of the Officers in making the arrests and seizure. She noted that there is increased collaboration among the various Units and Branches of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), with the aim of dismantling the illicit trade networks that continue to contribute to criminal activities in the country. We are a small operation. If you've found our articles to be informative, please consider supporting us via PayPal or buying us a coffee. Your contribution is incredibly appreciated and goes a long way. Simply sharing our articles also helps us. Sign up for our free WhatsApp Alerts to be notified as soon as we post breaking news. NEW! Check out our Merchandise Store for high-quality t-shirts, hats and more!
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