Police arrested two people for illegal mining in the Tarkwa Nsueam Municipality. The arrests were made by the Anti-Illegal Mining Taskforce.
During the operation, several excavators used for the illegal activity were seized. This action is part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining.
The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrests. The taskforce is focused on enforcing laws against illegal mining operations.
Illegal mining, often referred to as galamsey, causes significant environmental damage. It pollutes water bodies and destroys farmlands.
The Tarkwa Nsuem Municipality is one of the areas where illegal mining has been a persistent problem.
Authorities are working to dismantle mining syndicates and prosecute those involved.
The seized excavators will be held as exhibits in relation to the ongoing investigation.
This operation highlights the government's commitment to protecting the country's natural resources.