Five people have been arrested by the police in Tarkwa. They are suspected of being involved in illegal small-scale mining operations.
The arrests took place during an operation conducted by law enforcement to combat galamsey.
The operation was part of efforts to enforce laws against illegal mining activities in the Tarkwa area.
Further details regarding the specific charges or the outcome of the operation were not immediately available from the Ghana Police Service.
Authorities continue to monitor and take action against illegal mining to protect natural resources.