Police Reject GH¢50,000 Bribe, Arrest Four over 142 Parcels Of Suspected Indian Hemp
The Police have arrested four suspects and recovered 142 parcels of compressed suspected Indian hemp in an intelligence-led operation.
According to the police, the operation was carried out by its Special Operations Team, known as Red Mafia, on Thursday, 15th October, 2026, at about 6:30 p.m.
The team, acting on intelligence, intercepted a mini commercial van with registration number GW 7800-14 travelling from Bimbilla to Tamale. The vehicle was being driven by Alhassan Zeblim, 46, who was suspected of transporting narcotic drugs.
A search of the vehicle uncovered 142 compressed parcels of suspected Indian hemp concealed in four jute sacks, commonly known as Ghana-Must-Go bags.
The driver told the police that he was transporting the consignment to Ibrahim Yussif, 34, a tricycle rider in Tamale. Ibrahim later arrived at an agreed location in the company of his brother, Bawa Yussif, 36. Mohammed Haruna, 32, who was subsequently identified as the owner of the consignment, was also arrested.
The suspects allegedly offered the arresting officers a bribe of GH¢50,000, which the officers rejected.
All four suspects, together with the exhibits, including a tricycle, have been handed over to the Regional Drug Law Enforcement Unit (DLEU) for further investigation.
The Command commended the officers for their swift action and integrity, and encouraged similar conduct across the region among personnel.
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