By: Daniel Yao Akpabli | ignewss — Kpando, Ghana
The Kpando Marine Police have arrested a 31-year-old man for the alleged unlawful cultivation and possession of suspected Indian hemp at Mangoase in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region.
The suspect, identified as Vincent Lotsu, was arrested on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, after marine police officers reportedly discovered a fenced wooden structure along the Volta Lake during a routine patrol.
According to a press release issued by the Volta North Regional Police Command and signed by Inspr. Felix Kwao, on Friday, October 16, officers found a plantation of suspected Indian hemp behind the fenced structure.
A total of sixteen (16) sacks of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis were also discovered and seized during the operation.
Police source said the suspect and the exhibits had been handed over to the Kpando Police Divisional Investigation Department for further investigation.
However, the suspected narcotic substances have also been sent to the crime laboratory for examination to establish their identity.
Vincent Lotsu remains in police custody and is assisting with investigations ahead of his expected arraignment before court.
The Volta North Regional Police Command has reiterated its commitment to intensifying the fight against drug trafficking and related offences in the region.
The command has also warned individuals involved in the cultivation, possession and distribution of suspected narcotic substances to desist from such activities.
They have also urged the public to support law enforcement efforts by providing credible information that could help identify and dismantle illegal drug operations.
SOURCE: www.ignewss.com