Police Officer Srowns In River Offin During Galamsey Operation At Assin Asaman 

A police officer, identified as Constable John Kwabena Dogbe, tragically drowned this morning in the River Offin at Assin Asaman while participating in an operation against illegal mining (galamsey). The officer’s body was recovered after a four-hour search.

While it is believed he has passed away, an official declaration from a medical professional is still awaited.

The incident occurred during a swoop operation conducted by the Central North Regional Police Command as part of their ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining activities in the region.

Upon sighting the police, suspected illegal miners fled across the river.

In an attempt to evacuate and destroy the equipment, including changfang and water pumping machines used by the miners, Officer Dogbe slipped and tragically drowned.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident.

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