Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested three people. They are suspected of illegal mining activities.
The arrests occurred in the Owabi Forest Reserve. This area is important for conservation.
Police carried out a special operation. The aim was to stop people from damaging the forest.
The three suspects were apprehended during this operation. Details about their ages or what they were mining were not immediately released.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command led the operation. They are working to curb illegal mining in the region.
Illegal mining, also known as galamsey, has caused significant environmental damage in Ghana.
Authorities are increasing efforts to stop these activities. This is to protect natural resources and forest reserves.
Further investigations are expected to determine the full extent of the illegal mining and the charges against the suspects.