Tema Regional Police seize 3,752 slabs of suspected Indian hemp at Ada

The Tema Regional Police Command has successfully intercepted a large consignment of narcotics, comprising 3,752 slabs of suspected Indian hemp, during a targeted operation on the Volta Lake at Ada. The seizure, which occurred on November 4, 2026, marks a significant effort to disrupt drug trafficking networks operating through Ghana’s inland waterways. Acting on credible intelligence, police officers moved in to intercept the illegal substances as they were being ferried across the lake in a large wooden canoe. During the encounter, the suspects involved in the illicit operation managed to evade arrest by jumping into the water as the police closed in on their vessel. Despite the escape of the traffickers, the police successfully secured the canoe and its entire cargo. Upon inspection, officers discovered 53 sacks containing the individually wrapped slabs of suspected narcotics. In addition to the drugs, the police also recovered outboard motors and several fuel containers used for the transportation of the haul. The Tema Regional Police Command has confirmed that the seized substances have been secured as evidence, and intensive investigations are currently underway to identify and apprehend the fleeing suspects. The command emphasized that this operation is part of a broader commitment to monitoring and policing the region's waterways, which are often exploited by criminals for the movement of contraband. While no arrests have been made at this stage, the police have issued a call to the general public to assist with information that could lead to the capture of the suspects. Law enforcement officials noted that public cooperation is essential in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and organized crime. This latest seizure underscores the vigilance of the regional command in its efforts to ensure that the Volta Lake does not become a safe corridor for the trade of illegal narcotics.