The Tema Regional Police Command has recovered 3,752 slabs of suspected Indian hemp from a canoe abandoned by suspected drug traffickers 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 substances was being transported from Jemeniweres through the Volta Lake towards Ada.
According to a press release issued by the Tema Regional Police Command on Wednesday, November 11, Marine Police personnel were deployed to Mepe in the Volta Region after receiving the information.
Upon arrival, officers discovered that the suspects had fled in canoes. The police subsequently proceeded to Big Ada to facilitate the pursuit.
At about 11:10 p.m., the officers intercepted the suspects on Agorta Island in Ada. However, the individuals managed to escape into the river, abandoning their canoe.
The canoe and its contents were retrieved and transported to the Marine Police Base at Ada.
A search revealed 53 sacks containing suspected narcotic substances, outboard motors, 30 yellow gallons containing petrol and premix fuel, a cutlass and other items.
The police said the sacks were opened and counted on November 5 at the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Tema, revealing a total of 3,752 compressed and cello-taped slabs of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp.
The suspected narcotic substances have been secured as exhibits pending examination.
No arrests have been made so far, but the Command says efforts are underway to identify and apprehend those involved.
The Tema Regional Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug trafficking and urged members of the public to provide credible information to support efforts to tackle criminal activities.
