Police in the Western Region have arrested an elderly couple. They are accused of operating an illegal mining site.
The arrest was made during a security operation. This operation aimed to stop illegal mining, often called galamsey.
Authorities did not immediately release the names of the arrested individuals. Further details about the operation were not provided by the Ghana Police Service.
The site where the alleged illegal mining took place is under investigation. Officers are assessing the extent of the operation and any environmental impact.
This action is part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to combat illegal mining across the country. These efforts aim to protect natural resources and enforce environmental laws.