A man has been arrested for illegally mining for gold. The arrest was made by the Western Regional Police Command.

The suspect is 45 years old. He was caught operating a mining site that did not have the required permits.

Police apprehended the man directly at his illegal mining concession.

The Ghana Police Service is committed to enforcing mining laws and protecting the environment. Illegal mining operations often cause significant damage to natural resources.

The operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities across the country.