Tema Police intercept 2,213 slabs of suspected Indian Hemp
By: Sarah Baafi The Tema Regional Police Command has intercepted 2,213 slabs of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp aboard an outboard-powered wooden canoe on the River Volta at Tuanikopey Island. The interception was carried out by the Marine Police Detachment at Ada at about 12:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2026, during a […]
The Tema Regional Police Command has seized 2,213 slabs of dried leaves potentially containing Indian hemp on a wooden canoe traversing the River Volta. This significant haul was made by the Marine Police Detachment at Ada, during a routine patrol at around 12:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The occupants of the canoe, upon spotting the patrol team, abandoned the vessel and fled the scene.
Upon inspection, the police discovered 29 sacks filled with the suspected narcotic substances, each wrapped in yellow cellotape. Additionally, the search revealed 14 25-litre gallons of pre-mixed fuel, with two of them containing actual fuel, along with two Yamaha outboard motors, one with a 40HP and another with a 30HP motor. The seized narcotics have been handed over to the Ada District Police Headquarters for further examination.
Meanwhile, the police are actively seeking to identify and apprehend the individuals who deserted the canoe and its contents. The regional police command has urged the public not to engage in the trafficking and transportation of narcotics, and they request any information pertaining to the owners or occupants of the canoe to be reported to the nearest police station. This could assist in identifying those involved and furthering the ongoing investigation.
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