Cops seize 1.6M in marijuana in Tobago

Police said a significant quantity of cannabis was seized in Tobago late on Monday night as officers continue their efforts to combat criminal activity on the island.

In a statement the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said between 9pm on October 7, 2024 and midnight Tuesday, an intelligence-led operation was conducted in the Crown Point district by officers from the Guard and Emergency Branch, Inter-Agency Task Force, and Canine Unit. Acting on information received, officers proceeded to Pigeon Point Road, where they observed a white Nissan Tiida parked in a poorly lit area along the beachfront.

The vehicle was searched with the assistance of the Canine Unit, leading to the discovery of a multi-coloured crocus bag containing 48 rectangular packages wrapped in brown plastic, as well as a red bag containing seven black rectangular packages, all of which contained cannabis.

The TTPS said the packages weighed a total of 29.7 kg, with an estimated street value of $1,600,000.

They were subsequently seized and transported to the Crown Point police station.

This operation was spearheaded by ACP Subero, Snr Supt Elie, Snr Supt Maharaj, and Snr Supt Montrichard.