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Man Arrested in Grande-Pointe-aux-Piments With 26g of Cannabis
A 34-year-old driver's assistant was detained after police found 20 pre-packaged bags of cannabis, a digital scale, and Rs 1,000 in suspected drug proceeds.
By MauritiusNews Editorialabout 2 hours agoπ 0 views
Anti-drug officers arrested a 34-year-old man in Grande-Pointe-aux-Piments, a coastal village on the northwest coast of Mauritius, on Monday, 5 October, following a search of his home on suspicion of drug trafficking.
Officers from the Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) β the specialist police division responsible for narcotics enforcement in Mauritius β carried out the raid and uncovered a haul consistent with small-scale street dealing.
**What was found**
Inside the property, investigators seized 20 small resealable plastic bags containing cannabis, with a combined weight of 26.02 grams. Also recovered was a digital weighing scale bearing traces of dried plant material and 13 empty transparent bags, which police believe were intended for further packaging and distribution.
In addition, Rs 1,000 in cash β roughly the equivalent of around USD 22 β was confiscated on suspicion that it represented proceeds from drug sales.
**Suspect in custody**
The man, who works as a driver's assistant, was arrested at the scene and placed in police detention. The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been formally announced at this stage.
**Why this matters**
Although 26 grams of cannabis may appear to be a small quantity, the combination of pre-portioned bags, a weighing scale, and empty packaging is typically treated by Mauritian authorities as strong evidence of intent to supply rather than personal use β a distinction that carries significantly heavier legal consequences under the Dangerous Drugs Act 2000.
The ADSU regularly conducts targeted raids across residential areas of the island as part of broader efforts to disrupt local drug distribution networks, including at the street level.
Grande-Pointe-aux-Piments is a small community located between Grand Baie and Balaclava in the Pamplemousses district. Like many villages in the area, it sits close to busy tourist and commercial zones, making anti-drug enforcement in the region a consistent priority for police.
Source: ION News
The Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) is a specialised branch of the Mauritius Police Force responsible for investigating and combating drug trafficking and smuggling across the island. It conducts raids, surveillance operations, and arrests related to narcotics offences under the Dangerous Drugs Act 2000.
What is the penalty for drug trafficking in Mauritius?β
Under the Dangerous Drugs Act 2000, drug trafficking in Mauritius carries severe penalties. Depending on the quantity and type of drug involved, offenders can face up to 60 years in prison. Even small quantities, when accompanied by evidence of intent to supply β such as pre-packaged bags and weighing scales β can result in trafficking charges rather than the lesser offence of simple possession.
Where is Grande-Pointe-aux-Piments in Mauritius?β
Grande-Pointe-aux-Piments is a coastal village in the Pamplemousses district on the northwest coast of Mauritius, situated between the popular tourist town of Grand Baie and the Balaclava area. It is a predominantly residential community close to several tourist and commercial zones.
