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Guyana deports five Brazilian nationals for illegal mining

By CNW Reporter··1 min read
Guyana deports five Brazilian nationals for illegal mining
Key Points(4)
  • Five Brazilian nationals have been arrested and deported from Guyana following illegal entry and mining activities, authorities confirmed Tuesday.
  • “The Ministry of Natural Resources reiterates that this action forms part of its ongoing efforts to eradicate illegal mining and ensure compliance with Guyana’s laws and regulations,” the statement read.
  • The MNR emphasized that efforts to combat illegal mining are vital for protecting the country’s environment, upholding the rule of law, and safeguarding natural resources for future generations.
  • The ministry also warned that enforcement operations are ongoing across all districts, and violators will face the full extent of the law.

Five Brazilian nationals have been arrested and deported from Guyana following illegal entry and mining activities, authorities confirmed Tuesday.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), the individuals – Antonio Isal Das Soura, 49; Michael De Souza Martin, 26; Clinton Martins Fernandes, 19; and Matheus Sere Martins, 20 – appeared before Senior Magistrate Clive Nurse, pleaded guilty, and were ordered to be deported within 24 hours.

“The Ministry of Natural Resources reiterates that this action forms part of its ongoing efforts to eradicate illegal mining and ensure compliance with Guyana’s laws and regulations,” the statement read.

The MNR emphasized that efforts to combat illegal mining are vital for protecting the country’s environment, upholding the rule of law, and safeguarding natural resources for future generations. The ministry also warned that enforcement operations are ongoing across all districts, and violators will face the full extent of the law.

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