FOUR FIREARMS AND ILLEGAL DRUGS INTERCEPTED BY CBC

Grand Cayman, 23 December 2025 — The Cayman Islands Customs & Border
Control Service (CBC) has intercepted four firearms, ammunition, and a quantity of
illegal drugs during a recent border enforcement operation, preventing these items from
entering the community.

On Thursday, 18 December 2025, CBC officers intercepted a shipment arriving from the
United States during routine border control processes. Upon inspection, officers
discovered four firearms, ammunition, and over three (3) pounds of ganja concealed
within the shipment. Two individuals have since been arrested, and the matter remains
under active investigation.

CBC confirms that, in relation to this seizure, there is no ongoing risk to the public, as
the items were secured before entering circulation. Further details, including the type of
firearms, concealment methods, and identities of those arrested, cannot be disclosed at
this time in order to preserve the integrity of the investigation.

Director of CBC, Bruce D. Smith, commended the officers involved, stating,
“CBC officers continue to demonstrate exceptional professionalism and vigilance. This
interception underscores the critical role CBC plays in safeguarding our borders and
protecting our communities. Our officers remain vigilant and continue to take decisive
action against those who seek to introduce firearms and illegal drugs into the Cayman
Islands.”

Deputy Director Marlon Bodden, Head of the CBC Investigations Portfolio, added,
“This operation reflects the strength of our intelligence-led approach and the
professionalism of our officers. Threats were identified and intercepted before reaching
the public, which remains our foremost priority.”

CBC continues to work closely with domestic and international law-enforcement
partners to disrupt cross-border criminal activity and prevent firearms and illegal
substances from entering the Cayman Islands.

Members of the public with information relating to firearms, drug trafficking, or other
criminal activity are encouraged to contact the CBC Intelligence Hotline at 1-800-534-
2546 or submit tips anonymously via Cayman Crime Stoppers at 800-TIPS (8477).