TCI Police, TCI Regiment & US Coast Guard stop Million Dollars in Marijuana

Turks and Caicos, September 17, 2024 – An operation involving officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force Marine Branch, the TCI Regiment and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has resulted in the seizure of marijuana with an estimated street value of $931,600.00.

The illegal find was made yesterday morning (September 16) at a location east of South Caicos.

Police reports indicate that a small vessel was seen acting suspiciously in and around the waters to the west of South Caicos. Via aerial surveillance, the vessel, which was grounded on the banks, was located, and three males were seen running off into bushes.

Given the difficulty of the area, the TCI Regiment was transported via the USCG helicopter and  located five bags containing thirty-eight packages weighing a total of 209 lbs.

The operation and the investigation are ongoing, and further inquiries will be conducted regarding the origin of the drugs and the individuals involved.

The RT&CIPF expresses gratitude to the Regiment and international partners as we continue to dismantle illegal organizations through coordinated and targeted operations.

We are asking anyone with information that may help in this investigation to contact the closest police station, 911, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 to provide any information anonymously.

Additionally, individuals are encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information.