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Police arrest eight suspects in anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane

The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra on Friday, October 9.

Police arrest eight suspects in anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane

On October 9, the Ghana Police Service conducted an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra, arresting eight individuals suspected of trafficking in illegal drugs and unregulated pharmaceuticals. The suspects, whose names are Jeremiah Chinedu, Godsway Dabla, Nwaiyo Charles, Nwachukwu Kanawu, John Divine, Gideon Edioke, Ikechukwu Paul, and Okwesibieze Precious, are currently in police custody.

Evidence gathered during the raid includes suspected Tramadol and Rohypnol tablets, as well as codeine-containing products and Benyling pharmaceuticals. Authorities have seized all eight suspects and the items recovered, which will aid ongoing investigations. The Ghana Police Service has reaffirmed its dedication to combating the illicit trade in narcotics and unregulated pharmaceuticals, underscoring the critical need to safeguard public health and safety.

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