27 arrested for drug-related offences in Savannah Region

The Savannah Regional Police Command has arrested 27 people for drug-related offences during a special Christmas operation across the region.

The arrests took place in Salaga, Damongo, Buipe, and Bole as part of heightened security and crime-prevention measures during the festive season.

According to a statement posted on the Ghana Police Service’s official Facebook page on December 26, the suspects, including women, were found in possession of various narcotic substances and dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp.

The suspects are currently in police custody to assist with ongoing investigations.