Officers from the Special Operations Team (SOT) of the Ghana Police Service have arrested 41 suspects during an intelligence-led operation at Lapaz and Chantan in Accra.
The targeted raid, which occurred around 12:00 noon on Thursday, 15th October 2026, was aimed at clamping down on criminal activities and illicit drug trade within the two communities.
The arrested persons comprise 35 males and six females.
According to a statement issued by the police, a thorough search conducted on the suspects and within the operational areas led to the retrieval of quantities of dried leaves suspected to be narcotics.
All 41 individuals are currently in police custody, assisting with ongoing investigations.
Police authorities disclosed that investigations are actively underway to trace the sources, ownership, and intended distribution of the seized substances.
The service assured that appropriate legal action will be taken against anyone found culpable upon conclusion of the investigation.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
