As a result of a joint investigation between the Drug Squad and Customs Enforcement, Joanne Cheeseman, 48 years of 2nd Avenue, Melvins, Black Rock, St. Michael, was arrested and charged for the offences of:

1. Possession of 37 lbs of cannabis;
2. Trafficking;
3. Acts Preparatory to trafficking cannabis;
4. No third party Insurance; and
5. No road taxes

Cheeseman made an appearance at the District A Magistrates Court on Saturday 5th July 2014

OTHER SEIZURES

On July 1st , 2014, Drug Squad personnel during an operation in Paradise Village, St. Lawrence, Christ Church, seized 118 gms of cannabis. No arrests.

On July 4th, 2014, a postal package was handed over to police containing 541 gms of compressed cannabis. The package arrived from Jamaica, and the illegal drug was concealed in chocolates and coffee. No arrests.

• David Welch – Insp.

Public Relations Officer