By Daniel Bampoe
A coordinated anti-narcotics operation led by a specialized canine patrol team of the Ghana Police Service has resulted in the dismantling of a major drug peddling hub operating within the Legon–Adenta Municipality, highlighting intensified efforts by law enforcement to combat narcotics trafficking in urban communities.
The operation, which took place on February 24, 2026, at about 10:15 a.m., was spearheaded by Inspector Alex Agyei, the Officer-in-Charge of the patrol team.
He was supported by a team of officers comprising G/Sgt Akoto Adu Boahen (No. 46860), G/Cpl Isaac Paa Kwesi Okom (No. 54016), G/Cpl Diamond Yao Normeshie (No. 54411), PW/Cpl Angela Assumin (No. 10243), and G/Cpl Brownford Ofori (No. 54422), who served as the official driver of the service vehicle with registration number GP 614.
While conducting routine but intelligence-driven patrols in the New Legon area, the team observed a motor rider behaving suspiciously while exiting a partially fenced structure.
The unusual movement raised immediate security concerns, prompting the officers to move in and inspect the premises.
Inside the compound, they encountered two individuals — Faridatu Sumaila and Mashawoud Malik — who admitted being responsible for the house.
Initial observations by the officers suggested that the building was not being used for ordinary residential purposes but was operating as a drug distribution base.
A trained narcotic detection dog was immediately deployed by the team to conduct a thorough search of the premises in the presence of the suspects.
The search led to the discovery of large quantities of substances suspected to be Indian hemp, including a full pack of wrapped compressed dried leaves, two buckets filled to the brim with dried leaves, 80 plastic-wrapped dried leaves, and two paper-wrapped dried leaves.
These were in addition to other items linked to drug trafficking and abuse, such as a half carton of Codeine syrup, one packet of Tramadol, Rohypnol tablets, five packets of cigarettes, two packs of cigars, wrapping paper, a weighing scale, and two locally made drinks suspected to be infused with narcotic substances.
Investigators say the nature, volume, and packaging of the items recovered clearly point to organized distribution rather than personal consumption.
During the operation, both Faridatu Sumaila and Mashawoud Malik admitted ownership and active distribution of the substances.
In a further twist, the suspects allegedly attempted to compromise the operation by offering a bribe of GH₵20,000 to the police team.
The offer was firmly rejected by Inspector Alex Agyei and his officers, reinforcing the Service’s stated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and zero tolerance for corruption.
The suspects were arrested and are currently in police custody together with all recovered exhibits, while investigations continue toward prosecution under the narcotics laws.
