Police arrest two over suspected narcotics trafficking in Volta North
3rd February 2026
The Volta North Regional Police Command has arrested two persons in connection with the transportation of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs within the Volta Region.
The suspects, identified as Etomam Vumadzi, a driver, and Emmanuel Komlagah, were arrested on Friday, January 30, 2026, while allegedly conveying the illicit substances from Godenu towards Togo.
According to a press release issued and signed by Inspector Felix Kwao, Public Relations Officer for Volta North Regional Police Command, the arrest followed an intelligence-led operation which indicated that a Toyota minibus with registration number GT-6592-19 was heading toward Togo with a consignment suspected to be narcotic drugs. Acting on the intelligence, officers intercepted the vehicle and arrested the occupants.
A search conducted on the vehicle led to the discovery of eighteen (18) sacks, each containing thirty-six (36) yellow oval parcels, bringing the total number of recovered parcels to six hundred and forty-eight (648). The substances are suspected to be narcotic drugs.
Preliminary investigations further revealed that a third individual, identified only as Joseph, contacted the police via phone and attempted to influence the officers by offering a bribe of GH¢150,000.
Additionally, the suspects reportedly offered an upfront amount of GH¢32,000. The police firmly rejected all offers.
The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with ongoing investigations, and are expected to be arraigned before the court to face the full rigours of the law.
The Volta North Regional Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug trafficking and urged the public to continue providing credible information to law enforcement agencies to help keep communities safe.