On October 1, 2026, the police intercepted a Voxy minibus at Kasoa, which led to the arrest of two suspects, Asando Asankiba and Beatrice Amegashie. According to Crime Check Ghana, Asankiba was arrested after the vehicle was searched by the police. During investigations, he allegedly told the police that the suspected narcotic substances had been given to him by Amegashie to be delivered to an individual identified as Akos in Tarkwa.
Asankiba reportedly led the police to Amegashie's residence, where officers conducted a search. The search allegedly resulted in the discovery of six yellow-wrapped parcels containing dried leaves, bearing the inscription “Green Gold.” Police also reportedly found two transparent zip-locked bags containing dried leaves and one transparent zip-locked bag containing a whitish substance. The items recovered are believed to be narcotics.
Following the discoveries, both Asankiba and Amegashie were arrested and have since been remanded in police custody as investigations continue. The case remains under investigation. The police have not disclosed the type and quantity of the suspected narcotics, but the discovery is seen as a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking in the region.
This incident is part of a series of narcotics-related arrests and seizures in Ghana. Recently, the Ghana Police Service and other security agencies have intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking and related crimes. In a related development, the National Anti-Corruption Centre (NACOC) has been working to address gaps in the fight against drug trafficking.
The Deputy Director-General of NACOC recently stated that the centre is working to address inherited gaps in the fight against drug trafficking. The centre has been collaborating with other agencies to enhance the country's capacity to detect and prevent drug trafficking.
The Kasoa incident highlights the need for sustained efforts to combat drug trafficking and related crimes in Ghana. The police and other security agencies have been urged to continue their efforts to rid the country of the menace. The public has also been called upon to support the efforts of the security agencies by providing information on suspicious activities.
The two suspects are currently being held in police custody, and further investigations are expected to reveal more details about the suspected narcotics and the individuals involved. The police have assured the public that they will continue to work tirelessly to combat crime and ensure the safety of citizens.
Key points
- Two suspects arrested with suspected narcotics at Kasoa
- Police seized several parcels of suspected narcotics during a search
- Investigations are ongoing to determine the type and quantity of the suspected narcotics
