Police in Tarkwa have started an investigation into suspected illegal gold mining.
The Ghana Police Service received reports about mining activities happening without proper permission.
Several areas believed to be used for illegal mining have been identified by authorities.
Efforts are now underway to find and arrest individuals engaged in these unlawful operations.
This action is part of a larger effort to control illegal mining, often called galamsey.
The Ghana Police Service is committed to enforcing laws against such activities to protect the environment and ensure legal mining practices.