The Tema Regional Police Command has intercepted more than 1,600 parcels of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs in a targeted intelligence-led operation along the Akosombo–Tema road.
According to a press release issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on drug trafficking activities within the region.
Police said the interception followed intelligence received on January 10, 2026, indicating that suspected narcotic substances were being transported from the Volta Region towards Tema. Surveillance was subsequently mounted along the route, with particular attention on the Agomeda Junction area.
At about 12:45 a.m. on January 11, 2026, officers intercepted two vehicles—a white Toyota Highlander (GS 2013-13) and a black Mitsubishi Pajero (GC 400-22). The vehicles were driven by two suspects identified as Isaac Odoi, aged 33, and Kwame Mani, aged 39.
A search conducted on the vehicles led to the discovery of several compressed yellow-wrapped parcels suspected to be narcotic drugs. The suspects were immediately arrested, and the vehicles were escorted to the police station for further action.
On January 12, 2026, both the suspects and the exhibits were handed over to the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Tema, where photographs and inventories were taken. In total, 1,613 parcels were intercepted, with 872 found in the Mitsubishi Pajero and 741 retrieved from the Toyota Highlander.
The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations. Police indicated that samples of the seized substances will be sent to the Forensic Crime Laboratory for testing, while searches are expected to be conducted at the suspects’ places of residence. Arrangements are also underway to process the suspects for court.
The Tema Regional Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying operations against drug trafficking and other criminal activities, and appealed to the public to continue providing credible information to support security efforts and ensure community safety.
