People arrested in drug-related operation at Aflao Border

The Volta Regional Police Command has arrested 26 individuals in connection with drug-related offences during an intelligence-led operation at the Aflao border enclave.

According to a police statement, the arrests took place at various locations as part of efforts to curb drug peddling and related criminal activities in the area.

Items retrieved from the suspects include 20 wraps of a substance suspected to be Indian hemp, 12 sachets of Tramadol tablets, a quantity of dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp stored in a rubber bucket, GH¢30,558 and 17,500 CFA in cash, six drug-laced toffees, eight creams suspected to contain narcotic substances, and 26 compressed parcels of suspected Indian hemp hidden in a fertilizer sack.

The suspects are currently in custody and are expected to be arraigned before court.