Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested two men. They are accused of pretending to be officials from the Minerals Commission.
The suspects allegedly approached small-scale miners. They then demanded money from them.
Authorities apprehended the two individuals during an operation. The operation was aimed at stopping such illegal activities.
The Minerals Commission is a government body responsible for managing the countrys mineral resources.
Impersonating officials can lead to serious legal consequences.
The investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Further details will be released by the Ghana Police Service as they become available.