The Bono-East Regional Command of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested six individuals following a targeted anti-drug operation at known hotspots in Donkor-Nkwanta in the Nkoranza South District.
The exercise, dubbed “Operation Clean Street,” was carried out on Friday, March 27, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on the sale and abuse of illicit drugs, particularly among young people in high-risk communities.
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In a Facebook post on Saturday, March 28, NACOC said the operation forms part of sustained intelligence-led interventions aimed at improving safety and dismantling drug networks in the region.
The six suspects have been identified as Ismael Tahiru, 20; Edward Adai, 20; Opoku Kwame, 20; Benjamin Atinga, 22; Isaac Antwi, 23; and Emmanuel Brobbey, 23.
A search conducted during the operation led to the retrieval of substances suspected to be cannabis and other synthetic drugs. Items seized include four blisters of Tramadol (250mg), six boxes of Gold Seal, 60 rolls of cannabis, parcels of cannabis, locally prepared cannabis, rolling papers, and a lighter.
Authorities also confiscated a motorcycle and a number of tools, including kitchen knives, scissors, and a hammer.
All six suspects are currently in custody and assisting with investigations, while the seized items have been secured for further analysis and evidential purposes.
“The Bono-East Regional Command reiterates its commitment to intensifying intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks and reducing substance abuse within communities in the region,” the statement said
The Commission also appealed to the public to support its work by volunteering credible and timely information to aid in the fight against illicit drug activities.
Source:citinewsroom.com
