Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested a 45-year-old man. He is suspected of engaging in illegal mining. The arrest happened in the Amansie West District.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command carried out the operation. Several pieces of mining equipment were found at the scene.
These items were confiscated by the police. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to stop illegal mining in the region. Illegal mining can harm the environment and local farmlands.
The man is currently in police custody. Further investigations are underway to determine the full extent of his alleged involvement.