Police in Tamale have arrested a man for allegedly holding a firearm without a license. The Northern Region police made the arrest during a routine patrol.
The suspect was apprehended after officers received information about the illegal weapon. He was taken into custody immediately following the discovery.
The Ghana Police Service stated that the firearm was found in the suspect's possession. The operation aimed to ensure public safety in the area.
Further investigations are underway by the Northern Regional police command. Authorities are working to determine the source of the weapon.
Possessing unlicensed firearms is a serious offense under Ghanaian law. The police are committed to removing illegal weapons from communities.