Police officers in Tarkwa discovered a large amount of suspected Indian hemp. The seizure happened during a routine patrol.

The find consisted of 150 parcels of the substance.

This happened on the road between Tarkwa and Accra.

The Ghana Police Service has taken custody of the suspected drugs.

An investigation into the origin and intended destination of the parcels is underway.

Possession of narcotic drugs is against the law in Ghana.

Those found guilty face strict penalties under Ghanaian law.

The police continue to patrol major routes to prevent the movement of illegal substances.