GEORGETOWN, Guyana, CMC – The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) says that over the past few months, there has been an alarming increase in the efforts to smuggle refined narcotic drugs and other such illicit items through personal consignments at all ports of entry into the country.
It said recently, in collaboration with the Customs Anti Narcotic Unit (CANU), seized quantities of cannabis and refined marijuana found in personal effect consignments and suitcases, which have led to several persons being arrested and placed before the court.
GRA said that with its sister agencies and the Guyana Police Force (GPF), they “intend to pursue and minimize all such illicit trade/activities, and the respective laws will condignly deal with anyone who fails to adhere and found in pursuit thereof.
“The Authority once again advises all such persons dealing in or in contemplation engaging in such illegal activities to cease from that place.”
The GRA said it would continue working with the population to ensure compliance with the tax, trade, and border laws. It encourages persons to report any illicit, unlawful, or smuggling activities.
“All information provided therein will be dealt with strict confidentiality, and the provisions of the Customs Act may reward such persons,” GRA added.
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