Police Intercept Vehicle Loaded with Firearms in Kuntanase, Suspects Flee

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched an investigation after intercepting a vehicle containing firearms and ammunition in the Kuntanase area.

The discovery occurred on August 17, 2025, during a routine patrol along the Aputuoagya–Bekwai road. Officers observed a suspicious white Toyota Sienta, registration No. NR 289-24, parked near a bushy area.

According to a police statement, two men were seen beside the vehicle, allegedly smoking a substance suspected to be narcotics. Upon noticing the approaching officers, the suspects fled into nearby bushes, evading capture despite a pursuit.

A subsequent search of the abandoned vehicle revealed a cache of dangerous items, including:

One AK-47 assault rifle (Serial No. 29546)

One locally manufactured firearm

Two AK-47 magazines, each loaded with 30 rounds

Four packets of AK-47 ammunition (25 rounds per packet)

Seven loose rounds of ammunition

Personal items, including a Huawei smartphone, cowrie shells, and a Ghana Card

The vehicle has been impounded at the Kuntanase Police Station, and the recovered items are being held as exhibits to support further investigations.

Police have urged the public to provide any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects, underscoring their commitment to combating violent crime in the region. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities via the police emergency numbers: 191, 18555, or 112.