The Tema Regional Police Command has intercepted a truck loaded with a large quantity of plant material suspected to be Indian hemp and arrested two individuals in connection with the operation.
The interception occurred in the early hours of Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Afienya in the Greater Accra Region following intelligence received from the Volta Regional Police Command, which had been tracking the vehicle from Juapong towards Tema.
The vehicle, a green HOWO tipper truck with registration number GN 2287-24, was found to be conveying several sacks of suspected narcotic substances.
A search conducted by the police revealed 56 maxi sacks containing approximately 80 wrapped parcels of plant material suspected to be cannabis in each sack.
The driver of the truck, identified as 26-year-old Solomon Akuaku, and his mate, 31-year-old James Tetteh, were arrested at the scene.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the consignment was being transported to Ada. The suspects allegedly told police that the owner of the goods, known only as “Red,” was travelling ahead and guiding them.
Police say efforts are underway to identify and arrest the alleged mastermind behind the consignment.
The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations, while the seized exhibits have been retained for evidential purposes.
The Ghana Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to fighting drug trafficking and related crimes, urging the public to support law enforcement by providing credible information on illegal activities.
