The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested two men at Gomoa Nyanyano for allegedly possessing 519 compressed parcels of substances suspected to be Indian hemp.
The suspects, identified as Eric Nkyeke, 30, and Francis Klu, 28, were apprehended around 7:40 a.m. by a Nyanyano District Police patrol team while reportedly offloading the parcels from a Toyota Hilux pick-up truck with registration number GS-6849-21.
Police say the vehicle, along with the suspected contraband, has been impounded as part of ongoing investigations. Both suspects are currently in custody assisting the authorities.
In a statement, DSP Victor Kofi Dosoo, Head of Public Affairs for the Central East Region, commended the swift action of the arresting officers and reaffirmed the command’s determination to combat drug-related crimes in the region.
“The Police will continue to ensure the safety of our communities, and we caution individuals involved in such illegal activities to desist or face the full rigours of the law,” the statement read.
The Command also urged the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious drug-related activities to law enforcement agencies.
Discover more from Ghana News Express
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.