Central North Police Command Arrests 42 Persons Involved In Drug Peddling And Prostitution

The Central North Regional Police Command’s Special Taskforce, led by DCOP Abraham Acquaye, has arrested 42 suspects in connection with drug peddling and prostitution during an intelligence-led operation in Ayamfuri in the Upper Denkyira West of the Central Region on April 16, 2025.

At a press briefing, the Regional Commander revealed that the operation, conducted between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., targeted high-risk criminal zones within the area.

Among those arrested were 32 female foreign nationals aged between 22 and 32, and 10 Ghanaian males aged between 20 and 31.

The arrests were made at two separate brothels and ghettos, where the suspects were allegedly engaged in illicit activities.

Confiscated items included quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, concoctions believed to be laced with Indian hemp, condoms, and cigarettes.

During initial interrogation, some suspects revealed they were victims of human trafficking.

They shared that they had been promised safe and legitimate jobs, only to be coerced into prostitution upon arrival.

Others stated that they were bound to work for years to repay their traffickers, who demanded large sums as ransom before granting them their freedom.

The 32 foreign female suspects are expected to be handed over to the Ghana Immigration Service for further investigation and appropriate action.

The 10 Ghanaian male suspects will be screened, and those found culpable will face prosecution.

DCOP Abraham Acquaye reaffirmed the Police Command’s commitment to fighting crime and ensuring public safety across the Central North Region.

Story by: Kwame Owusu Asante Shadrack, Rich FM Assin Fosu