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Cocaine seized by police in Havendale, St Andrew, five arrested

Published:Wednesday | August 7, 2024 | 10:16 AM
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Police operatives from the Counter Terrorism and Organized Crime Investigation Branch (C-TOC) and the Narcotics Division on Tuesday seized several pounds of cocaine at a premises in Havendale, St Andrew.

The police say five persons as well as two motor vehicles were also seized.

The police say an intelligence-driven operation was conducted at a premises in the area, which lasted for more than three hours.

During a search, the quantity of cocaine was discovered.

The occupants were taken into custody.

The names of the suspects are being withheld pending further investigation.

- Rasbert Turner

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