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4 arrested in Tema with 315 suspected Indian hemp parcels

By Vincent Ashitey
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The Tema Community 1 District Police, acting on a tip-off, on Monday, September 8, 2025, arrested four suspects at the Community 1 Industrial Area for possessing substances believed to be Indian hemp.

The suspects, identified as Nura Sali (44 years), Pius Chukwuma (49 years), Mustapha Umar (18 years), and Abdulai Amayau (23 years), were found with 315 compressed parcels of the suspected narcotic substance.

The parcels were concealed in the tyres of a truck with registration number GN 7291-16, which was intercepted and impounded during the operation. The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations.

The Greater Accra Regional Police Command commended the arresting officers for their professionalism and reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug-related offences in order to safeguard communities.

The command further urged the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station for swift action.