The Bono Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects for possessing 41 compressed slabs of substances suspected to be cannabis at the Twumasikrom checkpoint on the Sunyani-Berekum highway in the Sunyani Municipality of the Bono Region.
The suspects, identified as Duah Akwasi Moses, aged 33, the driver, and Kofi Antwi Bosiako, aged 42 his mate, were arrested on Sunday, November 8 at about 7:00 a.m. after Police personnel on duty stopped and searched a white and Red Kia Grand Bus with registration number AS-2415-26.
According a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Bono Regional Police Command, Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, the vehicle, which had passengers on board, was travelling towards Sampa in the Jaman North District.
A search of one of the vehicle’s compartments led to the discovery of two brown boxes containing 41 yellow sellotaped compressed slabs of the suspected substance.
During interrogation, the driver admitted that he had received the parcel from an unidentified person in Accra for delivery to someone in Sampa.
He subsequently offered the officers GH¢9,000.00 to secure their release.
The officers rejected the bribe offer and retained the money as an exhibit.
The Drugs Law Enforcement Unit (DLEU) was also called in to assist with the investigation.
The suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations, while efforts are underway to put them before the court.
The Bono Regional Police Command has commended the officers for their professionalism and vigilance and urged personnel to remain alert while performing their duties.