Antiguan-born Pastor and Barber Held After EC$357,000 Cannabis Bust at V.C. Bird Airport
A 54-year-old pastor who claims that he is also a barber from Cedar Grove is assisting police with investigations following the seizure of nearly 60 pounds of suspected cannabis at the V.C. Bird International Airport on Saturday.
The individual has been identified as Dean Robert Gould, who arrived on American Airlines Flight AA2579 on June 13.
According to law enforcement officials, the discovery was made after a police K9 unit alerted officers to two black duffle bags belonging to Gould. A subsequent search reportedly uncovered 60 parcels of a greenish, bushy vegetable matter believed to be cannabis.
Investigators said the packages were wrapped in green plastic bags and tissue paper, then covered with white cloth material and concealed at the bottom of the luggage among clothing and footwear.
The suspected cannabis weighed approximately 59.5 pounds and has an estimated street value of EC$357,000.
Authorities also reported finding several packages inside the luggage bearing the name Jahmai Gould, with a listed address in the Bronx, New York. Investigators are examining the significance of that discovery as part of their ongoing inquiries.
Gould, whose passport identifies him as a United States citizen born in Antigua and Barbuda, was taken into custody for questioning following the seizure. He is expected to be charged on Monday.
Police investigations are continuing.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2026/06/14/antiguan-born-pastor-and-barber-held-after-ec357000-cannabis-bust-at-v-c-bird-airport. © 2026 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Five Islands Feeder Fault Causes Power Outage in Several Communities
APUA dispatches technicians to address the fault affecting Bolans, Valley Church, Christian Valley and surrounding areas.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
APUA Reports Unplanned Power Outage Affecting Several Communities
Technicians dispatched following an issue with the Cassada Gardens #3/#9 Feeder.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
“Let’s Talk, Richard”: Browne Leaves Door Open for Lewis to Join ABLP
Prime Minister renews his invitation for Richard Lewis to join the ABLP, with no indication the former UPP MP intends to accept.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Prime Minister Browne Seeks Afreximbank Funding for Public and Private Sector Projects in Antigua and Barbuda
Talks explore lower-cost financing, equity investment and project preparation support as Antigua and Barbuda moves to advance its partnership with the bank.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments (16)
Wisdom June 14, 2026, 10:13 AM
Generation of Vipers June 14, 2026, 10:15 AM
Black sun x flares June 14, 2026, 11:43 AM
Follow-God-Only June 14, 2026, 2:23 PM
Agile June 14, 2026, 10:16 AM
Terry June 14, 2026, 11:51 AM
Hope this dotish DPP we have PROSECUTE this case June 14, 2026, 10:34 AM
Liz June 14, 2026, 10:59 AM
Anonymous June 14, 2026, 11:03 AM
Hannah June 14, 2026, 11:52 AM
Informed citizen June 14, 2026, 11:36 AM
Informed citizen June 14, 2026, 11:37 AM
Glen June 14, 2026, 8:33 PM
Ryan Wedding June 14, 2026, 9:51 PM
Anonymous June 15, 2026, 7:03 AM
You freed the Canadian woman so you can free him also
But I do believe that the Canadian woman pay her way out so give him the opportunity too
Juju Bee June 15, 2026, 9:41 AM