ACCRA, Ghana, The Ghana Police Service’s Special Operations Team, popularly known as the Black Maria Squad, has conducted a major operation targeting suspected drug dealers and users in parts of Accra.
The operation, which focused on areas around Avenor and Kwame Nkrumah Circle, resulted in the arrest of several individuals suspected of involvement in the illicit drug trade.
According to information emerging from the operation, some of those arrested are suspected to be key players in the distribution of illicit drugs, while others were apprehended for allegedly possessing substances believed to be narcotics.
The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to intensify its fight against drug-related activities and other forms of crime in major communities across the capital.
The targeted exercise also underscores the Police Service’s efforts to disrupt suspected criminal networks and enhance public safety in areas identified as hotspots for illicit activities.
The intensified operations come under the leadership of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno, with officers on the ground continuing targeted interventions aimed at addressing crime and maintaining security in communities.
Those arrested are expected to be processed in accordance with the law, while investigations continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged offences.
The Ghana Police Service has consistently urged members of the public to support efforts to combat crime by providing credible information to law enforcement authorities.
This is a developing story, and further details are expected as investigations continue.
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