See full statement from the Guyana Police Force:
Police in Regional Division #1 seized more than 211 kilograms of suspected cocaine during a series of intelligence-led operations conducted on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in the Imbotero area of the Barima River, North West District.
Led by a senior gazetted rank along with other members of the GPF a raid was conducted at the residence and fuel storage bond of Anthony Hosea Beria, also known as Anthony Hosea Yispen and called “Negro.”
The raid resulted in the seizure of 11 cellular phones and three handheld radio sets. No narcotics were discovered at the location. It is alleged that the suspect fled the location with a firearm prior to the raid.
Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of four individuals, each of whom directed police to separate locations along Imbotero Creek, where several bags containing suspected narcotics were recovered. Details are as follows:
Leroy Williams, a 45-year-old fisherman, led police to one salt bag containing 20 parcels of a creamish, rock-like substance suspected to be cocaine, weighing 23.5 kilograms.
Patrick Sam, a 58-year-old farmer, led the ranks to two salt bags containing 40 parcels, weighing 47 kilograms.
Anthony Lewis, a 47-year-old farmer, directed the ranks to three salt bags containing 60 parcels, weighing 70.6 kilograms.
47-year-old Marlon Jerome, unemployed, led the ranks to another three salt bags with 60 parcels, also weighing 70.6 kilograms.
Each of the suspects arrested was cautioned and placed into custody. The total weight of the suspected cocaine seized is 211.7 kilograms (approximately 465.7 pounds), with an estimated street value of GYD 317.55 million.
Following further efforts by law enforcement, the primary suspect known as “Negro” was later arrested and is currently in custody assisting with the investigation.
Investigations are ongoing.
