POLICE SEIZE OVER 100 LBS OF COCAINE AT SANGSTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, ST. ELIZABETH FARMER BEING SOUGHT
Detectives assigned to the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Renaldo Brooks, a farmer of St. Elizabeth, following the seizure of approximately 50.2 kilograms of cocaine at the Sangster International Airport on Monday, January 26.
About 7:00 p.m., anomalies were detected during an electronic examination of a suitcase destined for Canada. A search of the luggage revealed sachets containing more than 100 pounds of cocaine, with an approximate street value of JM$30 million.
Director of FNID, Superintendent Patrae Rowe, said the heightened vigilance at Jamaica’s ports has been instrumental in the seizure of illicit drugs.
“We are maintaining a high level of vigilance at our ports of entry. This seizure underscores our commitment to disrupting the narcotics trade and ensuring that those who attempt to use our airports for criminal activity are brought to justice,” said SP Rowe.
Meanwhile, the police are urging Renaldo Brooks, a farmer of a St. Elizabeth address, to report to the FNID Headquarters or the nearest police station, as investigators believe he can provide vital information regarding the seizure.
Additionally, anyone with information is being asked to contact FNID at 876-923-6184, the police 119 emergency number, or the nearest police station.
