The operations resulted in the seizure of a loaded firearm and narcotics valued at over EC$1.5 million.
Inspector Shervon Mathieu, Head of the RSLPF’s Gang, Narcotics and Firearms Unit, detailed the outcomes of the coordinated effort during a press briefing. Dubbed “Operation Safe Haven,” the initiative is part of the police force’s ongoing effort to crack down on violent crime and drug trafficking.
In the first operation, conducted in the Odlam City area and supported by the Special Operations Team, Special Services Unit, and the Marchand Police Station, officers executed a series of targeted raids. While initial searches were unsuccessful, a follow-up, intelligence-led sweep uncovered a loaded 9mm pistol with an extended magazine near a suspect’s residence. The firearm was recovered and is currently undergoing forensic analysis. The suspect was taken into custody.
The following day, July 16th, the RSLPF, in collaboration with the Customs and Excise Department, executed two major drug interdictions. The first took place at the George F. L. Charles Airport Cargo Shed, where a volunteer affiliated with the St. John’s Ambulance Brigade was intercepted while attempting to clear packages containing nearly 15 kilograms of suspected cannabis and cannabis derivatives.
Later that afternoon, another operation at Shed 6 in Port Castries resulted in the arrest of a port police officer. The officer had attempted to collect a barrel containing over 26 kilograms of cannabis resin, which had been carefully concealed in sealed metal cans. Authorities estimate the combined street value of the narcotics seized in both operations to exceed EC$1.5 million.
Both individuals remain in lawful custody as investigations continue.
Inspector Mathieu emphasized that these arrests represent a significant step in the RSLPF’s efforts to dismantle criminal networks. He also highlighted the need for tighter scrutiny of shipments linked to non-governmental and charitable organizations, as traffickers continue to employ increasingly sophisticated methods of concealment.
The police have expressed gratitude to the public for its continued support and are urging anyone with information about criminal activity to come forward or contact law enforcement using the anonymous 555 hotline.
