For a better experience on RCIPS, UPDATE YOUR BROWSER. For a better experience on RCIPS, UPDATE YOUR BROWSER. Just after 1:30 PM, 28 February, police signalled a vehicle to stop that was travelling along the Linford Pierson Highway. The driver failed to stop and instead sped off in the direction of George Town. The driver then attempted to veer off the road into a construction site, but crashed into a fence. He then exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended by officers.
A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of a large quantity of ganja. The driver, a 40-year-old man from West Bay, was arrested for drug-related offenses as well as multiple traffic violations committed in the presence of the officers.
He remains in police custody as investigations continue.
The RCIPS remains committed to removing illegal drugs from the streets and encourages the public to report any suspicious activity. Anyone with information is urged to contact the George Town Police Station at 949-4222. Anonymous tips can be provided through the RCIPS Confidential Tip Line at 949-7777 or via the RCIPS website www.rcips.ky. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously through the Cayman Crime Stoppers website or by using the Cayman Crime Stoppers app.
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