Police in Yeji, Pru East District of the Bono East Region, have intercepted a Tata bus allegedly transporting 396 parcels of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis.

The operation took place on Sunday, January 11, after the district police command, acting on sustained intelligence, stopped the bus with registration number GR 3232 L near the Barrier area in front of the Yeji Police Station.

The bus driver, Seidu Alhassan, and his mate, Issah Osman, were arrested to assist police investigations aimed at identifying the owner of the suspected substances.

A search of the vehicle uncovered sacks of dried leaves believed to be cannabis, which were later counted and confirmed to total 396 parcels.

Police indicated that the suspected narcotics were allegedly transported from Bimbilla in the Northern Region, passed through Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, and were destined for further distribution.

Speaking to Adom News, Yeji District Police Commander, DSP Ahenkrah, said intelligence suggested the vehicle was carrying illegal drugs. “The driver initially denied knowledge of the cargo until the parcels were offloaded and discovered,” he added.

DSP Ahenkrah noted that the bus has been impounded, while the seized substances are being held as evidence. Arrangements are being made to send the items to the Police Forensic Science Laboratory for further examination.

The driver and his mate remain in custody as investigations continue. DSP Ahenkrah reaffirmed the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to tackling drug trafficking and ensuring offenders face the law.