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Police arrest 41 suspected criminals in intelligence-led operation at Lapaz and Chantan

The Ghana Police Service has arrested 41 suspects during an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal and narcotics-related activities at Lapaz and Chantan in Accra.

Police arrest 41 suspected criminals in intelligence-led operation at Lapaz and Chantan

The Ghana Police Service conducted an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal and narcotics-related activities in the Lapaz and Chantan areas of Accra. On Thursday, October 15, the Service's Special Operations Team (SOT) conducted the operation around midday, resulting in the arrest of 41 individuals. Thirty-five of the suspects were male, while six were female.

During searches of the suspects and surrounding areas, authorities recovered what they believe to be narcotic substances in dried leaf form. The police have launched an investigation to determine the origin and ownership of these suspected narcotics, as well as their intended purpose. The ultimate course of action will depend on the outcome of these investigations, with any culpable suspects facing appropriate legal consequences.

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