The suspect, identified by the initials M.S., was driving a grey Toyota Wish when he was checked by police. According to police, the man appeared nervous during the check, after which the vehicle was searched.
During the search, officers discovered a black travel suitcase in the boot. A quantity of narcotics was found inside. It was not disclosed what type of drugs or what quantity was involved.
Driver says he received suitcase from a woman
During questioning, M.S. told police that he had received the travel suitcase from a woman. According to his statement, she had asked him to transport the suitcase in the direction of Albina.
Based on the drugs found, the driver was arrested on suspicion of violating the Narcotics Act. He was subsequently brought before an assistant public prosecutor.
The suspect and the seized narcotics were handed over to the Narcotics Department of the Korps Politie Suriname. This department is handling the further investigation into the origin of the drugs and the circumstances surrounding the transport.
