Over 20,000 marijuana plants ranging from about four to eight inches in height and a quantity of dry cannabis and seeds were found at Cow Savannah, Canje River yesterday. Two live 12-gauge cartridges, one Stihl chainsaw, one Stihl weeding machine, one Evinrude outboard engine, and one water pump were also found during a search conducted by police.
On arrival at the said location, the policemen were greeted by two gun-toting males who ran into some bushes. As police gave chase, the men fired shots and the police returned fire. The suspects made good their escape. No one was hurt.
Returning to the area the police discovered a marijuana field measuring about 3 & 1/2 acres.
Two camps were also seen on the said field which contained the ammunition and other items mentioned.
The camps and marijuana plants, dry cannabis, and seeds were all destroyed while the other items were taken to the Central Police Station, New Amsterdam, where they were lodged.
