The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 29‑year‑old woman, Sophia Amankwa, at Dogo Junction near Ada in the Greater Accra Region for possessing suspected narcotic substances.
A statement released by the Police confirmed that Sophia was arrested on 25 June 2025, following the interception of a tipper truck with registration number GW 9768-12.
The driver, however, abandoned the truck and fled the scene.
A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the retrieval of a substantial quantity of suspected narcotics: 3,900 compressed and cello-taped slabs packed in 52 sacks.
The substances are believed to be Indian hemp.
Preliminary investigations have established that Sophia Amankwa is the owner and is currently in police custody, assisting with further investigations.
Meanwhile, the police have launched a manhunt for the driver of the vehicle and other possible accomplices.
Below is the statement by the Police:
