Police have arrested a 46-year-old man following the discovery of a backpack containing 371 grammes of cannabis at the Stabroek market tarmac, Georgetown.
The discovery was made during a raid late Tuesday night.
According to a Police report, an operation was conducted during which a man, carrying a black backpack, attempted to flee the scene.
He was quickly intercepted by the ranks.
A search was conducted in the backpack and the cannabis was found. The suspect was cautioned and Police said he responded, “man officer, see with me na.”
He was arrested and remains in custody pending further investigations.