POLICE have launched an investigation after suspected cannabis was discovered hidden inside cargo at an airways facility at the Eugene F. Correia International Airport, Ogle, earlier today.

According to the Guyana Police Force, ranks conducted inspections at about 11:25 hrs on Wednesday during which they unearthed several packets of the illicit substance concealed in ordinary food items.

The release stated that “thirteen (13) small zip-lock bags containing a quantity of leaves, seeds and stems suspected to be cannabis were found concealed in four (4) White Oats packets placed in a bag which was destined for Chi Chi Village, Region #7.”

The suspected cannabis was later taken to the GPF Narcotics Branch. Police confirmed that the substance “weighed amounted to sixty (60) grams and was subsequently lodged.”

No arrests have been made, and investigators are working to determine the origin of the cargo and the individuals linked to the shipment.