A/R: Special Operations Team Arrests 19 Suspects on First Day of Operation
The IGP’s Special Operations Team (Black Maria), on its first day of operation in the Ashanti Region, has arrested 19 suspects at Thinker Island, Alabar, in Kumasi.
The area known as a hub for illicit drug peddling was raided in an intelligence-led operation, led by DSP Bawah Abdul Jalil and ASP Samuel Mustapha Abenzuo.
The suspects are currently in the custody of the Suntreso Police District Headquarters, while the seized exhibits, including suspected cocaine, cannabis, and tramadol, are undergoing forensic analysis in further investigation.
Addressing the press, DSP Bawah Abdul Jalil drew the line between substance abuse and rising crimes in the country.
“The sale of these drugs is influencing the commission of crime.”
He announced plans to invade other drug hubs within the region.
“We will be targeting some areas in the Ashanti Region. We are appealing with any member of the public with any information on the activity of criminal gangs to reach out to us. Our doors are open.”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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