A bus transporting over 1000 rounds of ammunition from Accra to northern Ghana has been intercepted by police at the Asankare barrier in the Ashanti Region.
Police officers stationed at the Asankare Police barrier stopped a Kia Gran Bird bus with the registration number AK 1309–21.
The vehicle was found to be carrying 1,050 AAA and BB cartridge ammunition.
The bus was operated by Mohammed Gzali, aged 42, along with his assistant, Mohammed Jabir, 22.
A police situational report (SITREP) revealed that the vehicle was en route from Accra to Tamale, heading towards Savulegu.
“During the routine check, officers became suspicious that the driver might be conveying incriminating items. The Divisional Commander was immediately informed and subsequently arrived at the scene together with the Juaso District Commander and the Juaso District Crime Officer. Upon their arrival, an extensive search of the vehicle was conducted,” the situational report stated.
During the search, a sack was opened, revealing 1,050 AAA and BB cartridge ammunition.
When questioned, the driver informed the police that the sack and its contents had been delivered to the station by an unidentified individual as a parcel, intended for one Oboye in Tamale.
“The bus was immediately impounded, and the ammunition was retained as exhibits. The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with ongoing investigations,” according to the situational report.
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