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Ganja found at abandoned New Amsterdam building – News Room Guyana

Oct 6, 2026 | 1 min read

Investigators are probing the discovery of 7.370 kilograms (or 16 pounds) of suspected cannabis which was found in an abandoned building at Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam, Berbice on Monday.

According to Police Headquarters, the suspected cannabis which was in a bulky salt bag and a bulky black plastic bag was found by ranks acting on information received.

The discovery was made at about 13:30 hrs.

In a report, Police Headquarters said ranks on mobile patrol proceeded the abandoned wooden building at Timmers Dam, where they conducted a search.

During the search, ranks found a suspected to be cannabis.

The suspected cannabis was taken to Central Police Station, where it was weighed and found to amount to 7.370 kilograms before being lodged.

No arrest was made and investigations are ongoing.


Source: NEW ROOMS SITE