Tema police arrest two with 1,613 parcels of suspected narcotic substance 

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested two men and intercepted a total of 1,613 parcels of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs in a well-coordinated intelligence operation along the Akosombo–Tema road. 

A statement from the Regional Command signed by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Dede Dzakpasu, the Head of Public Affairs, said the arrest and interception formed part of ongoing efforts to disrupt drug trafficking activities in the region.

It noted that the operation followed intelligence received on January 10, 2026, indicating that suspected narcotic substances were being transported from the Volta Region towards Tema, adding that police teams quickly mounted surveillance along the route, focusing on the Agomeda Junction area. 

The Command indicated that at about 00:45 hours on January 11, 2026, two vehicles, a white Toyota Highlander with registration number GS 2013-13 and a black Mitsubishi Pajero with registration number GC 400-22, were intercepted. 

“The vehicles were driven by suspects Isaac Odoi, 33, and Kwame Mani, 39,” it stated, adding that “a search of the vehicles led to the discovery of several compressed yellow-wrapped parcels suspected to be narcotic drugs.” 

The suspects, it added, were immediately arrested, and both vehicles were escorted to the station for further action, stressing that on January 12, 2026, the exhibits and suspects were handed over to the Regional CID, Tema, where photographs and inventories were taken. 

“In total, 872 parcels were found in the Mitsubishi Pajero, while 741 parcels were found in the Toyota Highlander.” 

The statement said the suspects were currently in police custody assisting with investigations, while samples of the substances would be sent to the Forensic Crime Laboratory for testing, and searches would be conducted at the suspects’ places of residence. 

The Command added that they were also preparing to process the two suspects for court, giving the assurance that the Tema Regional Police Command remained committed to intensifying operations against drug trafficking and other crimes. 

It encouraged the public to continue sharing credible information to support the security’s efforts and help keep the communities safe. 

Source: GNA