Six individuals have been arrested for illegal mining activities. The arrests were made by the Tarkwa Divisional Police Command.
The operation took place in a prohibited forest reserve near Tarkwa.
Police found the suspects engaged in mining operations within the reserve.
Authorities confiscated mining equipment used in the illegal activities.
Excavators present at the scene were also impounded by the police.
The suspects are being held by the Tarkwa Divisional Police Command.
Further investigations are underway regarding the extent of the illegal mining.
This action comes as part of efforts to protect forest reserves from environmental damage.