Authorities at Guyana’s Eugene F. Correia International Airport, commonly known as Ogle Airport, intercepted a sophisticated drug smuggling operation on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The discovery occurred when narcotics officials identified approximately 60 grams of marijuana meticulously concealed within four commercial white oats packaging containers.
The illicit substance was distributed across thirteen individual Ziplock bags hidden inside the seemingly legitimate food product packages. According to police reports, the contraband was detected during routine cargo inspection procedures at approximately 11:25 AM local time.
The intercepted shipment was destined for Chi-Chi village in Region 7 (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), indicating potential distribution networks in Guyana’s remote interior regions. The sophisticated concealment method demonstrates evolving tactics employed by drug traffickers attempting to bypass airport security measures.
Despite the successful interception, law enforcement officials confirmed that no arrests have been made in connection with the incident. The Guyana Police Force has launched a comprehensive investigation to identify those responsible for the smuggling attempt and determine potential connections to broader narcotics distribution networks.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges in combating drug trafficking through commercial aviation channels and underscores the importance of vigilant cargo screening procedures at the nation’s airports.