NACOC arrests three foreign nationals in Ghana over Lebanon cocaine seizure

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) in Ghana has made arrests of three foreign nationals in connection with a cocaine seizure that occurred in Lebanon. The individuals targeted by law enforcement are of Syrian, Tunisian, and Lebanese nationalities. The arrests were conducted based on intelligence provided by Lebanese authorities.

The Narcotics Control Commission emphasized that these arrests are part of a larger strategy involving intelligence-led operations and ongoing investigations by both Ghanaian and Lebanese security agencies. The ultimate goal is to identify and apprehend individuals linked to an international drug trafficking network. The operation aims to track down suspects associated with the cocaine consignment seized in Lebanon and determine their extent of involvement in the illicit trade.

NACOC noted that these arrests underscore the strengthening of security cooperation and intelligence-sharing between Ghana and Lebanon. As both nations intensify efforts to combat transnational drug trafficking, the commission reaffirmed its dedication to fostering international partnerships and collaborative efforts with law enforcement agencies to combat illicit drug trafficking and organized crime.