Pounds of weed, coke, crack and hashish go up in flames in San Pedro

Published by BBNTEAM at February 6, 2025

Posted: Thursday, February 6, 2025. 9:04 pm CST.

By Aaron Humes: Police and others conducted a successful drug destruction at the burial ground in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye on Wednesday, incinerating large quantities of illegal substances.

The Commissioner of Police granted approval for the destruction. In total, 69 parcels of found property and 157 parcels of court-concluded exhibits were destroyed, amounting to a staggering 30,292 grams (66.7 pounds) of cannabis, 5,705.8 grams (201.26 ounces) of cocaine, 374.22 grams (13.2 ounces) of crack cocaine, and 3,651.29 grams (8.05 pounds) of hashish.

The destruction was conducted in the presence of key representatives from various sectors, including the Police, the Magistracy, Forensic Services, and members of the Press Office along with other media personnel.

All drugs were meticulously accounted for during the destruction process, and all witnesses expressed satisfaction with how the operation was handled, per an official Government press statement.

Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of community involvement and vigilance in combating drug abuse and trafficking, highlighting that such collaborative efforts are crucial for maintaining public safety and well-being.

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