Police have successfully intercepted a large cache of ammunition being transported from Accra to Techiman in the Brong Ahafo region. The operation, which resulted in the seizure of approximately 800 boxes of ammunition, took place after a tip-off to the Greater Accra Regional Police Command.
The ammunition was concealed in the luggage compartment of an OA bus, a popular intercity transport service. The police, acting on the intelligence received, swiftly carried out the operation and stopped the bus, where they discovered the illicit cargo. As a result of the interception, three individuals, including the bus driver, were taken into custody for questioning.
During police interrogation, the driver of the bus claimed he was unaware that ammunition was among the items being transported in the luggage compartment. He insisted that he was simply following the instructions given to him by the passengers and had no knowledge of the contents of the boxes. However, the police remain skeptical of his statement and continue to investigate his role in the incident.
In addition to the driver, police have identified a man from the Brong Ahafo region as a key person of interest in the case. Authorities are currently conducting further investigations to determine the origins of the ammunition, the intended destination, and the individuals involved in the illicit transport operation. It is suspected that the ammunition may have been intended for illegal purposes, but police are still piecing together the full scope of the operation.
The interception has raised concerns over the transportation of illegal arms and ammunition within the country, especially given the potential threats posed by such materials if they fall into the wrong hands. The police are continuing their investigation to prevent any further illegal arms trafficking and to bring those responsible to justice.
Authorities have vowed to tighten security measures on major transit routes in the country, particularly as intelligence suggests that such incidents may be more common than previously believed. The case is expected to have significant implications for the fight against illegal arms smuggling and trafficking in Ghana.
