Four Suspected Drug Dealers Arrested as Police Seize Gun and Narcotics at Mankranso

The Ghana Police Service has arrested four suspected drug peddlers and recovered a locally manufactured pistol alongside various suspected narcotic substances during an intelligence-led operation at Kunsu Township in the Mankranso District of the Ashanti Region.

The operation was carried out in the early hours of Friday, 26th June 2026, as part of ongoing efforts by the Police Service to clamp down on drug trafficking and related criminal activities in identified communities.

The suspects have been named as Issaka Musah, 22, Amankwah Emmanuel, 25, Kwame Boateng, 32, and Appiah Prince, 23. They were picked up during the targeted operation conducted by officers acting on intelligence within the area.

According to a statement issued by the Police, items retrieved from the suspects include a locally manufactured pistol loaded with two BB rounds of ammunition, quantities of suspected Tramadol tablets, red capsules, dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp, and a whitish powdery substance suspected to be cocaine. An amount of GH¢5,647.40, believed to be proceeds from the alleged illegal drug trade, was also recovered.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects allegedly admitted ownership of the seized items. They are currently in Police custody assisting with investigations and are expected to be put before court upon completion of the investigation process.

The Ghana Police Service reiterated its commitment to fighting drug-related offences and organised crime, while urging the public to continue providing credible and timely information to support law enforcement efforts in identifying and arresting offenders.

The operation forms part of broader security measures aimed at curbing the trafficking and abuse of narcotic drugs across the Ashanti Region and beyond.