The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrest of two individuals in the Ashanti Region for the illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. According to an official statement from the Ghana Police Service, the suspects were intercepted during a targeted stop and search operation conducted by field officers. The security agency reported that the individuals failed to provide lawful documentation or justification for the weapon discovered in their possession.
Police records indicate that the operation forms part of an ongoing strategy to reduce the circulation of illicit weapons within the region. Per reports from Citi Newsroom, the suspects were taken into custody immediately following the discovery to assist with further investigations. The identities of the suspects have not been officially released by the regional command pending further processing of the case.
The Ghana Police Service statement noted that the seized items included one firearm and several rounds of matching ammunition. Graphic Online reports that the police administration has intensified patrols in the Ashanti Region and other parts of the country to deter violent crimes and ensure public safety. The ammunition and weapon are currently being held as evidence for the upcoming criminal proceedings.
The suspects are expected to face charges related to the possession of firearms and ammunition without lawful authority in a court of competent jurisdiction. According to a GhanaWeb report, the police have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities within their communities. The case remains under active investigation as authorities seek to determine the source of the unlicensed weapon.