A quantity of cannabis trees, leaves, and pods, along with various cultivation equipment, have been seized in Charlieville.

On Monday, officers attached to the Central Division, conducted surveillance on a specific individual and premises located in Assaraf Road, Charlieville.

A statement from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service on Tuesday reported that under the authority granted by Section 12 of the Emergency Powers Regulations, 2005, officers entered and conducted a search of the premises.

The TTPS reported the search led to the discovery of marijuana trees, stems, leaves, pods and seeds, lighting equipment and growing facilities, loose dried plant-like material, and fertilisers and packaging materials.

According to the report, a 28-year-old man from Crooks Avenue, Gopaul Lands, Marabella was present at the premises. Officers informed him of the suspected offences related to the cultivation and distribution of cannabis, cautioned and arrested him.

The TTPS stated the exercise was coordinated by Superintendent Glodon and Assistant Superintendent Mark Hernandez and was closely monitored by Inspector Joseph and Sergeant Ramsumair. Officers of the Chaguanas Crime Patrol Unit also played an active role in the successful execution of this operation.