Police arrest eight suspects in anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie

The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight suspects in an intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation at Okaishie Drug Lane in Accra.

The operation was conducted on Friday, October 9, and targeted individuals suspected of selling and distributing narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products.

The Police announced the arrests in a statement shared on Thursday, October 15, adding that the suspects remain in custody as investigations continue.

“The operation targeted individuals suspected of engaging in the sale and distribution of narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products,” the statement said.

The suspects were identified as Jeremiah Chinedu, 33; Godsway Dabla, 29; Nwaiyo Charles, 64; Nwachukwu Kanawu, 41; John Divine; Gideon Edioke, 29; Ikechukwu Paul, 60; and Okwesibieze Precious, 23.

Items retrieved during the operation include suspected Tramadol tablets of 225mg and 250mg, Rohypnol tablets, codeine-containing products, Benyling products and other assorted pharmaceutical substances.

According to the Police, the exhibits have been secured to support ongoing investigations, while all eight suspects remain in police custody.

“The Police remain committed to combating the illicit trade in narcotic substances and unregulated pharmaceutical products to protect public health and safety of all,” the statement added.