Several Persons in Police Custody For Questioning

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Several persons were taken into police custody for questioning concerning ongoing investigations into reports of Robbery, Larceny, and Unlawful Possession of Cannabis.

Over the weekend, the police executed more than a dozen search warrants at various properties across the island and seized portions of cannabis, several pieces of camouflage clothing, mobile phones, solar panel batteries, vehicle license plates, and other items suspected of being stolen.

A 28-year-old man from Grays Farm was charged with unlawful possession of 214 grams of cannabis and possession of cannabis with intent to transfer.

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He was found with the substance on Parliament Street on Friday, and was arrested.

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Comments (9)

  • Rhonda February 24, 2025, 1:30 PM

    Everytime I read about these Marijuana arrest I get passed. Anyway police needs to pretend they are actually working.
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    • curious February 24, 2025, 6:27 PM

      what this supposed to mean?
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  • Robert February 24, 2025, 1:33 PM

    It’s good to see the police taking action to address these serious crimes in our communities. Let’s hope that the ongoing investigations bring about more positive results and lead to justice for all involved!
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  • Stone February 24, 2025, 2:15 PM

    Are those number plates from stolen vehicles and what about the cellphones.. please let us know
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  • Ninika February 24, 2025, 2:27 PM

    So when will the public be able to come and retrieve their stuff? I would like to know. I lost a cellphone and I am certain someone stole it.
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  • Rhea February 24, 2025, 2:58 PM

    Hope this means that something will actually be done and they wont just be released after couple days
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  • Luka Johnson February 24, 2025, 5:39 PM

    I’m sure they were released and nothing happened.
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  • true anu February 24, 2025, 6:26 PM

    younger generation nowadays they just chose the old way smh everyday is something else chps boy
    Reply
  • Juju Bee February 24, 2025, 7:16 PM

    I hate thieves. Wish they get the punishment they deserve
    Reply

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