Seven Arrested in Cape Coast Anti-Drug Operation; Police Seize Narcotics and Gaming Machines
The Central Regional Police Command has arrested seven suspects in an intelligence-led operation aimed at dismantling narcotic drug peddling networks in the Cape Coast Metropolis.
The operation, conducted on Saturday, December 13, 2025, targeted known drug bases and hotspots believed to be centres for the sale and use of prohibited substances.
The suspects have been identified as Robert Kobbina, Abu Issifu, Janet Mensah, Emmanuel Quarshie, Osei Boateng, Animful Emmanuel, and Charity Nkrumah.
Police first raided a known drug base at Effutu, where Robert Kobbina and Abu Issifu were arrested. A search on Robert Kobbina led to the recovery of assorted narcotic substances and related items, including sachets and tablets of timaking, Tdrona, royal fart, dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, tobacco products, lighters, and assorted cigarettes.
The operation was later extended to Poly Amisano and Nkanfoa, both identified as active drug peddling zones. At Poly Amisano, police arrested Janet Mensah, Emmanuel Quarshie, Osei Boateng, Animful Emmanuel, and Charity Nkrumah.
A search at a drinking spot operated by Janet Mensah resulted in the seizure of large quantities of cigarettes, tobacco products, lighters, and three jackpot gaming machines. An additional four jackpot machines were retrieved at Nkanfoa.
All seven suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with investigations. The Central Regional Police Command has assured the public that those found culpable will be processed for court, as efforts continue to clamp down on narcotic-related crimes in the metropolis.
The police have reiterated their commitment to ensuring public safety and urged residents to cooperate by providing credible information on criminal activities in the Ir communities.
