GUYANESE NATIONAL CAUGHT AT AIRPORT ON DRUG OFFENCES
Members of the Drug Squad have arrested and charged Alistair Caldie Reid, 22 year old Guyanese national for the following offences:
1. Possession of cocaine
2. Possession with intent to supply
3. Trafficking; and
4. Importation of cocaine.
Reid arrived by air on Wednesday January 28, 2014 from Georgetown, Guyana. He was interviewed by Police and referred to Customs for a search. This search revealed the drug strapped to his thighs. Total weight 2 kgs.
On Thursday 29th January 2015, Reid appeared at the District B Magistrates Court and pleaded guilty to the offences. He was sentenced to pay a fine of $150,000 forthwith or 3 years in prison on the charge of Importation. He was CRD on the remaining charges.
- David Welch – ASP (Ag);
Public Relations Officer
