Police and Customs Intercept $312,000 Cannabis Shipment at V.C. Bird Airport
A joint police and customs operation has led to the seizure of more than $300,000 worth of cannabis at V.C. Bird International Airport.
Authorities confirmed that the discovery was made on Tuesday during a routine operation in the airport’s cargo shed. Two cardboard boxes containing 52 vacuum-sealed packages of cannabis were intercepted. The haul weighed 52 pounds in total and has an estimated street value of $312,000.
The packages were immediately confiscated and transported to Police Headquarters for processing. No arrests have yet been announced, but investigators say inquiries are ongoing.
In a statement, the Police Administration pledged continued vigilance against narcotics trafficking, warning that the illegal drug trade poses a serious threat to public safety and security. Officials added that collaboration with regional and international partners remains key in stemming the flow of illicit drugs through the Caribbean.
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