The Central East Regional Police Command have arrested two men for allegedly possessing substances believed to be Indian hemp at Gomoa Nyanyano.
The suspects, Eric Nkyeke 30-year-old and Francis Klu, 28-year-old were picked up by a Nyanyano District Police patrol team at about 7:40 am on Monday, August 11, 2025.
In a statement dated August 11, 2025, the suspects were in the process of offloading 519 compressed parcels of the suspected narcotic from a Toyota Hilux pick-up truck, registered GS-6849-21, when they were intercepted.
The suspects who were then offloading the said substances from a Toyota Hilux pick-up truck with the registration number GS-6849-21 were arrested and are currently in Police custody and assisting with investigations, the statement said.
The vehicle has been impounded, whiles both suspects are in police custody and assisting with the investigation.
The Central East Regional Police Command commended the swift action of the arresting officers and pledged to intensify the fight against drug-related crimes.
This arrest demonstrates our unwavering commitment to dismantling the drug trade and keeping our communities safe. Those who engage in such illegal activities should know that the law will catch up with them, it stated.
It has also cautioned those involved in such illegal activities to desist from it or face prosecution.
The Central East Regional Police Command encouraged the public to report any suspicious drug or criminal activities to the police to help maintain community safety.
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