Logger caught with live 12-gauge cartridges

Police have arrested a 45-year-old Logger, who was reportedly caught with ten live 12 gauge cartridges on Saturday during a roadblock at Bamai, Linden/Soesdyke Highway.

At the time of the arrest, the Logger was in a public transportation vehicle destined for Mahdia.

A police report noted that the Logger of Alliance Timehri, East Bank Demerara (EBD) and Kuru-Kuru College Road, was previously charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition in ‘A; Division and possession of ammunition in ‘E’ Division.

Meanwhile, a 26-year-old Operator of Laluni Creek, Soesdyke/Linden Highway, who was also a passenger in another public transportation vehicle, was found in possession of 16 grams of cannabis.

Both men are in custody pending charges.