The Tema Regional Police Command has intercepted a canoe carrying 3,752 slabs of suspected Indian hemp during an intelligence-led operation along the Volta Lake at Ada in the Greater Accra Region.
The operation followed intelligence received on November 4, 2026, that a consignment of suspected narcotic drugs was being transported from Jemeniweres through the Volta Lake towards Ada.
According to a police statement issued on Wednesday, November 11, Marine Police personnel proceeded to Mepe in the Volta Region to intercept the consignment. However, upon arrival, they discovered that the suspects had fled in canoes towards Big Ada.
At about 11:10 p.m., the suspects were intercepted on Agorta Island in Ada but escaped into the river, abandoning their canoe.
The police subsequently retrieved the canoe and transported it, together with its contents, to the Marine Police Base at Ada.
A search of the canoe uncovered 53 sacks containing suspected narcotic substances, outboard motors, 30 yellow gallons containing petrol and premix fuel, a cutlass and other items.
The 53 sacks were opened and counted at the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Tema on November 5, 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.
The police said no arrests had been made as of the time of the statement, adding that efforts were underway to identify and apprehend the suspects.
The Tema Regional Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to combating drug trafficking and urged the public to volunteer credible information to assist in tackling criminal activities.
