The Tema Regional Police Command has intercepted and recovered 3,752 slabs of suspected Indian hemp from an abandoned canoe during an intelligence-led operation along the Volta Lake at Ada.
The operation, conducted on November 4, 2026, followed intelligence that a consignment of suspected narcotic drugs was being transported from Jemeniweres through the Volta Lake towards Ada.
According to a statement signed by the Tema Regional Police Public Affairs Officer, ASP Dede Dzakpasu, Marine Police personnel initially proceeded to Mepe in the Volta Region but discovered that the suspects had fled in canoes.
The officers subsequently moved to Big Ada to continue the pursuit.
At about 11:10 p.m., the suspected traffickers were intercepted at Agorta Island but allegedly escaped into the river, abandoning their canoe.
A search of the canoe uncovered 53 sacks containing suspected narcotic substances, alongside outboard motors, 30 yellow gallons containing petrol and premix fuel, a cutlass and other items.
The sacks were opened and counted on November 5 at the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Tema, revealing 3,752 compressed and cello-taped slabs of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp.
The suspected drugs have been secured as exhibits pending further examination.
Police say no arrests have been made so far, but investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend those involved.
The Tema Regional Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug trafficking and urged the public to volunteer credible information to support its operations.
Peter Quao Adattor/paqmediagh
