Guyana Police conduct a cannabis eradication exercise at Yaruni Bend in Linden’s Upper Demerara River area and destroy suspected narcotics valued at about $22 million. Police say the operation runs from 05:30 hrs to 16:36 hrs on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Authorities report that police ranks, led by a gazetted officer, locate two cannabis farms with a combined area of eight acres. The destruction includes an estimated 53,000 suspected cannabis plants, described as ranging from two to six feet in height, as well as quantities of dried cannabis. A police statement cited by outlets describes the seized material and estimates the value at $22,038,728.
Both reports focus on the same location, timeframe, and the finding of two farms, with similar figures for plant counts and area. The outlets also reflect differences in emphasis: one highlights the overall valuation and eradication details, while the other specifies plant height ranges and the inclusion of dried cannabis alongside plants.
