📍 Western Region, Ghana – April 8, 2025 — In a major crackdown on illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, the Western Central Police Command has arrested 22 individuals across Dominase Nkwanta, Adjakaa Manso, and surrounding areas.
The operation, conducted on April 8, was intelligence-led and aimed at tackling the persistent menace of illegal mining in the region.
Items Seized from Operation
Deputy Western Central Regional Commander, ACP Bismark Agyapong, confirmed the recovery of:
🔹 11 pumping machines
🔹 7 shovels
🔹 1 pickaxe
🔹 2 changfang machines
“All the suspects are in police custody and are being processed to face the full rigours of the law,” ACP Agyapong stated during a press briefing.
Court Proceedings Underway
The suspects have been arraigned before the Asankrangwa District Court and have been remanded into custody to assist with ongoing investigations.
List of Suspects Arrested
- Albert Adu Bonsra, 19
- Stephen Kwakye, 20
- Richard Atigah, 23
- Yaw Menanyi, 19
- Al-Mustapha Alidu, 26
- Jutu Francis, 20
- Hakitu Zibo, 20
- Nana Yaw Boakye, 30
- Kwesi Evans, 23
- Isaac Cobby, 20
- Bashiru Ali, 23
- Atta Francis, 20
- Ayew Sali, 22
- Fataw Gariba, 22
- Kwame Emmanuel, 19
- Kwesi Francis, 21
- Abapor Frank, 20
- Wasah Moses, 22
- Bukari Haruna, 23
- Abdulai Lukman, 21
- Yeboah Rashid, 19
- Alkainu Hassan, 20
The police say investigations are ongoing, and more arrests could follow.
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