Miner jailed, fined $252,000 for narco-trafficking
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October 24, 2026
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A 42-year-old gold miner was sentenced on Friday to three years’ imprisonment and fined $252,000 after pleading guilty to a charge of possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking.
Renol Jonas, of Mango Landing, Potaro, Region Eight, and 17 Miles, Rockstone Village, Region 10, was arrested on Friday, October 23, 2026, in connection with the discovery of narcotics.
He was subsequently charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking, contrary to Section 5(1)(a)(i) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, Chapter 10:10.
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