The Special Police Anti-galamsey Taskforce from the National Police Headquarters has arrested 17 suspects in connection with illegal mining activities at Samreboi in the Western Region.
The suspects, comprising 7 Chinese nationals and 10 Ghanaians, were arrested on 25th May 2025 as part of ongoing anti-galamsey operations in the area.
All seventeen (17) suspects were transported to Accra on the same day to assist with further investigations.
Meanwhile, the anti-galamsey task force is intensifying operations within the Aowin Tano and Tano Anwia areas near Enchi, focusing on identifying additional persons of interest and protecting the affected forest reserves.
The Ghana Police Service said it remains resolute in supporting national efforts to combat illegal mining.