The Ghana Police Service apprehended 41 suspects, comprising 35 males and six females, during an intelligence-led operation in Lapaz and Chantan. The operation, conducted by the Service’s Special Operations Team on Thursday, October 15, targeted criminal and narcotics-related activities. According to the police, quantities of dried leaves suspected to be narcotic substances were retrieved during searches of the suspects and the operational areas. Investigations are currently underway to determine the source, ownership, and intended use of the suspected substances. The police stated that further action will be taken against any suspect found culpable based on the investigation findings.
Update (16:10 GMT): Adom Online also reported on this story under the headline "Police arrest 41 in Lapaz and Chantan narcotics operation". Read the Adom Online report.
Update (17:50 GMT): 3News also reported on this story under the headline "Police arrest 41 suspects in intelligence-led operation at Abeka Lapaz and Chantan". Read the 3News report.