Police in the Mankranso District have arrested four suspected drug peddlers during an intelligence-led operation at Kunsu Township in the Ashanti Region.
The operation, carried out in the early hours of Friday, June 26, 2026, forms part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to clamp down on the trafficking and sale of illicit drugs in the area.
In a statement issued on Monday, June 29, the police identified the suspects as Issaka Musah, 22; Amankwah Emmanuel, 25; Kwame Boateng, 32; and Appiah Prince, 23.
According to the police, items retrieved during the operation include one locally manufactured pistol loaded with two BB rounds of ammunition, quantities of suspected tramadol, red capsules, dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp, and a whitish powdery substance suspected to be cocaine.
An amount of GH¢5,647.40, believed to be proceeds from illegal trade, was also seized.
“The operation, which took place in the early hours of Friday, 26th June 2026, forms part of the Police Service’s sustained efforts to clamp down on the trafficking and peddling of illicit drugs and other related criminal activities within the district,” the statement added.
The suspects have allegedly admitted ownership of the seized items. They are currently in police custody assisting with investigations and are expected to be arraigned before court once investigations are completed.
“The suspects are currently in Police custody assisting with investigations and will be put before the court upon the conclusion of investigations,” the Police noted.
The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to fighting drug-related offences and organised crime, while calling on the public to continue providing timely and credible information to help in this effort.
“The Ghana Police Service remains resolute in its fight against drug-related offences and organised crime,” it said.
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