GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Sept 20, CMC – Guyana authorities have seized two water dredges and a quantity of gold following a crackdown on an illegal mining operation along the Puruni River.
The Enforcement Department of the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) carried out the operation on September 17, with support from the Guyana Police Force.
The team focused on mining activities within the river’s buffer zone.
Police escorted three people associated with the operation to Puruni Landing, where investigations are continuing.
The Ministry of Natural Resources said the operation forms part of ongoing enforcement efforts to curb illegal mining and protect Guyana’s waterways.
The ministry reminded stakeholders of their obligation to comply with the country’s mining laws and regulations.
It said the GGMC, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies, will continue enforcement activities against illegal mining.
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