Police Arrest Suspects For Ammunition Possession

Ghana Police arrest twelve suspects for possessing 598 cartons of cartridges in a major intelligence-led operation. Discover the details of the seizure and investigation.

Major Ammunition Bust: Ghana Police Arrest Twelve with 598 Cartridges

In a significant intelligence-led operation, the Ghana Police Service has successfully intercepted a massive illegal ammunition shipment. Consequently, officers from the Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) Headquarters arrested twelve suspects for the possession and transportation of 598 cartons of BB cartridges. This decisive operation, which took place near Nsawam, underscores the Police’s commitment to curbing the flow of illicit weapons.

An Intelligence-Led Sting Operation

The police action unfolded on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025. Acting on precise intelligence, the operation team moved swiftly to a location at Nsakye in the Eastern Region. There, they discovered a DAF articulated truck with registration number EN 792-19. Importantly, the suspects were in the process of loading the ammunition into a specially designed compartment within the vehicle, clearly attempting to avoid detection.

As a result, the police immediately apprehended six individuals at the scene: Emmanuel Tsornyake (the driver), Ofori Jumbo, Paul Darko, Charles Laryea, Theophilus Laryea, and George Teye. Subsequently, the team arrested three more suspects—Noah Tretsu, Eric Danquah, and Billy Gamati—for their alleged involvement in the criminal network.

A Detailed Concealment Uncovered

Following the initial arrests, preliminary investigations began. Officers quickly discovered the extent of the concealment. The suspects had hidden 317 cartons of live cartridges alongside 281 empty cartons inside the trailer. This method was clearly a deliberate tactic to confuse inspections and transport the illicit goods covertly.

A Widening Investigation and Arrests

Furthermore, the investigation expanded beyond the initial scene. Following new leads, police arrested an additional suspect, Ebenezer Okyere. During interrogation, Okyere identified Samuel Kwadjo Baffoe as the owner of the cartridges. Consequently, police located and arrested suspect Baffoe at Amasaman.

At this point, the network widened even further. Baffoe identified Gloria Bartels as his supplier. Moreover, he disclosed that he routinely supplied ammunition to two Nigerian nationals, known as Tony and Chika, for the purpose of exporting the cartridges to Nigeria.

Conclusion and Next Steps

Currently, all twelve suspects remain in police custody and are actively assisting with the investigation. The Police Service has confirmed that all individuals will be arraigned before the court to face justice. Ultimately, this operation not only led to a significant ammunition seizure but also disrupted a potentially dangerous supply chain, highlighting the effectiveness of intelligence-driven policing in Ghana.