A man has been sentenced to five years in prison. The Koforidua District Court handed down the sentence.
The court found the 42-year-old guilty of unlawfully possessing firearms. He was also sentenced to hard labour.
He had two shotguns and bullets in his possession. This was against the law.
Police officers arrested the man during a snap check. The check was conducted by the police.
The incident highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to ensure public safety by controlling illegal weapons.
Possession of firearms in Ghana requires strict adherence to legal procedures and permits.