Venezuela Police Arrest Two Men in Bolívar State Drug Trafficking Operation
Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela – A swift operation by the Bolivarian National Police (PNB) in Venezuela’s Bolívar State led to the arrest of two men suspected of drug trafficking on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.The arrests took place in the Castillito sector of the Cachamay parish, within the Caroní municipality.
Authorities report the suspects, aged 31 and 29, were apprehended during a routine traffic stop. A subsequent search revealed approximately 60 individually wrapped packages, commonly referred to as “onion” wrappers, containing a substance believed to be marijuana. The total weight of the seized substance was 322 grams.
Along with the suspected narcotics, officers confiscated 400 Bolivars in cash, a mobile phone, and a black bag from the individuals. The recovered items are being held as evidence.
Venezuela’s Ongoing Fight against Drug Trafficking
Bolívar State, bordering Brazil and Guyana, is a known transit point for illegal drugs moving through South America. The PNB’s Drug Division has been actively targeting trafficking networks in the region, with increased patrols and checkpoints implemented in recent months. This latest bust underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Venezuelan law enforcement in combating the illicit drug trade.
Venezuela has seen a complex relationship with drug trafficking, serving both as a transit country and a producer of illicit substances. The country’s economic instability and porous borders contribute to the problem. The PNB,under the direction of Minister of Interior and Justice Remigio Ceballos Ichazo,has pledged to intensify efforts to disrupt drug trafficking operations and dismantle criminal organizations.
The suspects are currently in custody awaiting formal charges and prosecution. The seized evidence has been submitted to the Public Ministry for analysis and further investigation.
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