Police have arrested five people accused of illegal mining. The arrests took place in the Tarkwa Nsueam Municipality in the Western Region. This action follows reports of illegal mining activities in the area.
The Ghana Police Service conducted the operation. They took five individuals into custody on suspicion of their involvement in these illegal mining practices.
Further efforts are underway by the police to find and arrest any other individuals connected to these operations. Authorities stated that the investigation is ongoing.
Illegal mining, often called galamsey, is a significant environmental concern in Ghana. It can lead to pollution of water bodies and destruction of land.