Guyanese fined for raw gold possession at CJI airport, allowed to leave country
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A 44-year-old Guyanese man was detained at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport in Timehri. Authorities found him in possession of 0.556 grammes of raw gold. He was issued a fine of GY$100,000 for this possession. Following the payment of the fine, police allowed the man to leave the country.
Last Updated on Thursday, 5 November 2026, 15:15 by Written By Denis Chabrol A 44-year old Guyanese man, who was caught with 0.556 grammes (less than one penny weight) of raw gold at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri on Thursday, was fined GY$100,000 and allowed to leave Guyana, police said. The man was […]