Cocaine Capers in Cayenne: A Family Affair
Ah, Guyana—where the beaches are beautiful, the rainforests are lush, and apparently, the family reunions come with a hefty dose of cocaine! Yes, folks, if you thought family gatherings were all about awkward conversations and too much potato salad, think again. A man, who I’ve affectionately dubbed “Cousin Coke,” was arrested at Cayenne airport with a staggering ten kilograms of the notorious white powder. Talk about family ties that bind… or rather, bind in prison!
The Scoop from Cayenne
According to reports from the Cayenne prosecutor’s office, the value of this ‘family heirloom’ is estimated to be worth several hundred thousand euros. You might wonder; how did this guy think he could board a flight to Paris with a suitcase full of trouble? Did he think he could just pop over to the City of Lights, a quick selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower, and all would be fine? Someone should have had a chat with him about airport security, or at least shared some better travel tips!
The Family Connection
But wait, there’s more! This character just happens to be the great-nephew of none other than Christiane Taubira, a prominent figure in French politics. “No recent contact,” say sources close to Taubira, which is French for “I can’t believe I left my family on the fridge,” right? It’s a classic case of “don’t blame the relatives.” An advisor even went as far as to say, “It’s a private matter in which Christiane Taubira is in no way involved.” Oh, really? Just because she didn’t text him about his ‘business ventures’ before his trip doesn’t mean she didn’t play a role in his family tree orbiting somewhere near ‘naughty’.
Guyana’s Drug Dilemma
Let’s take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Guyana has become a bit of a drug trafficking hotspot, largely due to its geographical location acting as a gateway between South America and Europe. It’s like someone decided to set up an express runway for drugs, and suddenly everyone is checking bags filled with more than just souvenirs. Last spring was particularly bad, with nearly two tons of cocaine being seized near Cayenne. If there was a medal for the ‘Most Active Drug Trafficking Hub,’ Guyana would be standing on the podium, waving at the crowd!
The Price of Powder
Now, for those wondering about the economics of this deal—according to the French Observatory of Drugs and Addictive Tendencies (OFDT), the wholesale price of a kilogram of cocaine in mainland France hovers around 30,000 euros. So, if our great-nephew had managed to get through security unscathed, he might have thought he’d struck it rich. Alas, that’s what you get for mixing family and drugs! If you ask me, that’s more than enough time in the ‘cousin corner’ during the next family BBQ.
An Unlikely Lesson
So, what’s the takeaway from this unfortunate family reunion? In the spirit of great British comedy, let’s call it a moral lesson: If your family members are planning a trip, it’s probably best to check their luggage—unless you’re okay with a side of scandal with your next roast dinner. As for our great-nephew, he’ll be dining exclusively on prison cuisine for the foreseeable future, making “bangers and mash” sound like a delightful escape!
About to board for Paris, a man was arrested at Cayenne airport in Guyana on Tuesday evening in possession of “ten kilograms of cocaine”, reports the Cayenne prosecutor’s office, cited by Le Figaro. The value of the goods is estimated at several hundred thousand euros.
According to the daily, the suspect was a member of Christiane Taubira’s family, in this case her great-nephew. A case that “strongly condemns” the former minister who has had “no recent contact” with her great-nephew, indicates those around her, requested by Borders. “It’s a private matter in which Christiane Taubira is in no way involved,” adds an advisor to the ex-minister.
Guyana plagued by trafficking
Due to its location as a strategic gateway between South America and Europe, Guyana has been plagued by drug trafficking for several years. Last spring, a record seizure of nearly two tons of cocaine was made near Cayenne.
According to theFrench Observatory of Drugs and Addictive Tendencies (OFDT), in mainland France, “the wholesale price of a kilogram of cocaine, purchased by dealers then resold to consumers, amounts on average to 30,000 euros”, relates Le Figaro.
