Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested four Chinese nationals. They were apprehended for engaging in illegal mining activities.
The arrests took place in the Amansie South District. The police were conducting an operation to clamp down on illegal mining operations in the region.
The operation was aimed at stopping galamsey, which is illegal mining.
The four Chinese nationals are now in police custody. Further investigations are ongoing.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command confirmed the arrests. They stated the operation was part of efforts to restore sanity to mining areas.
The individuals were found actively involved in mining without the necessary permits.
Authorities did not immediately release the names of the arrested individuals.
The police said they are committed to enforcing mining laws across the region.