The police have arrested 21 more individuals suspected of engaging in illegal mining, also known as galamsey, in Tano Nimri and along the Tano River. This brings the total number of arrests to 47, including 39 Ghanaians and 8 Chinese nationals, as well as four Ghanaian women.
According to Erasmus Asare Donkor’s update on the ongoing operation, the police raid on galamsey sites in the Samreboi forests and Tano River areas is on its fourth day. Donkor reported that the suspects were apprehended as part of the crackdown aimed at curbing the menace of illegal mining in the area.
The operation has also resulted in the seizure of 17 excavators and one bulldozer. The first batch of 26 suspects has been transported to Accra to face justice. Donkor assured that more updates would be provided as the raid continues, indicating that the operation is far from over.
The ongoing crackdown highlights the efforts of the authorities to tackle the issue of galamsey, which has been a significant concern for the environment and the economy. The operation is expected to continue until all illegal mining activities in the area are brought under control.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
