Police arrest five, seize firearms, narcotics
The Northern Regional Police Command, through its Special Operations Team, popularly known as “RED MARIA”, has arrested five suspected drug peddlers and seized firearms, narcotics and other exhibits. The post Police arrest five, seize firearms, narcotics appeared first on Ghana Business News .
The Northern Regional Police Command in Ghana has made significant arrests and seizures as part of their ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and use within the region. On September 21, 2026, the Special Operations Team, known as RED MARIA, conducted a targeted operation in the Tamale Metropolis, resulting in the arrest of five suspected drug peddlers and the seizure of various illicit items.
Among those arrested were Ibrahim Issahaku, John Mohammed, Mohammed Nawas, Mohammed Osman Awal, and Kwame Boateng, all of whom are believed to be involved in the distribution of narcotics and possession of firearms. The operation led to the recovery of firearms, narcotics, cash, and other incriminating evidence, including 123 wraps of suspected Indian hemp, 12 sachets of Rohypnol, and 111 wraps of "ashes," among other items.
The suspects and the seized items have been handed over to the Regional Drug Law Enforcement Unit for further investigation. This operation underscores the Regional Command's commitment to disrupting illicit drug trafficking and related criminal activities within the Northern Region.
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