Three Guyanese including a couple were arrested by the police on Sunday after they were caught attempting to transport nine Brazilian nationals, who had illegally entered the country, to Georgetown.
Stabroek News was reliably informed that the police acting on information received went to the Sand Pitt illegal crossing located at the Takutu River (Guyana/Brazil border) around 6.30pm, where they saw minibus, BRR 4856.
The minibus was driven by a resident of Tabatinga, Central Rupununi.
As the ranks approached, they noticed a couple allegedly packing luggage into the bus. Upon checking the minibus, the police saw nine Brazilians.
The driver was questioned by the police and he reportedly admitted that he was hired by the female to pick up the Brazilians and transport them to Georgetown.
The Brazilians were escorted back to Bon Fim, Brazil where they were handed over to federal police.
The minibus has since been lodged at the Lethem police station and the trio, including the driver were detained by the police.
They were subsequently released on station bail as the investigation continues.
With the Coronavirus raging in Brazil, the attempt to smuggle Brazilians to the city will raise concerns.
