A video circulating online shows an unidentified galamsey operator challenging Ghana's security forces to arrest him. According to ghanaweb news, the man stated that any police officer or soldier who attempts to arrest him would not survive. He further claimed that he could not be harmed by bullets and urged security personnel to resign rather than confront illegal miners. The video has prompted reactions on social media, with some users calling for his identification and arrest. The incident occurs amidst Ghana's ongoing campaign against illegal small-scale mining. As of the time of the video's circulation, no arrest had been reported, and authorities had not publicly identified the individual. The source text does not indicate if an investigation has been opened into the threat.
Galamsey Operator Threatens Security Personnel in Viral Video
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