G/AR: Police Arrest 8 Suspects In Anti-Narcotics Operation At Okaishie Drug Lane
The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra.
The operation was carried out on Friday, October 9, 2026, and targeted individuals suspected of engaging in the sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.
The suspects have been identified as Jeremiah Chinedu, 33; Godsway Dabla, 29; Nwaiyo Charles, 64; Nwachukwu Kanawu, 41; John Divine; Gideon Edioke, 29; Ikechukwu Paul, 60; and Okwesibieze Precious, 23.
Items retrieved during the operation include suspected Tramadol tablets (225mg and 250mg), Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, Benylin products, and other assorted pharmaceutical substances.
According to the Police, all eight suspects are currently in custody, while the exhibits have been secured to aid investigations.
“The Police remain committed to combating the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to protect public health and safety of all,” the Service said.
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