The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) today said that over the past few months it has observed an alarming increase in the efforts to smuggle refined narcotic drugs and other such illicit items through personal consignments (barrels, boxes, packages, and containers) at all ports of entry into Guyana.
Recently, the Authority and CANU seized quantities of cannabis and refined marijuana found in personal effects consignments and suitcases which have led to several persons being arrested and placed before the court, the GRA said in a statement.
The Authority in collaboration with its sister Agencies, the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) and the Guyana Police Force (GPF) says it intends to pursue and minimise all such illicit trade/activities, and anyone who fails to adhere, and is found in pursuit thereof “will be condignly dealt with in accordance with the respective laws”.
The Authority encouraged persons to report any illicit, unlawful or smuggling activities on telephone number 227-6060, Extensions 3201, 3204, 3205, 3211, 3212, or 3408. It said that all information provided in this manner will be dealt with in strict confidence and such persons may be rewarded in accordance with the provisions of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01.
