Police arrest 24 in Sampa, recover weapons in joint security operation

A joint security operation involving the Bono Regional Police Command, the 3rd Infantry Battalion (3BN), and the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI) has led to the recovery of eight assorted weapons and the arrest of 24 suspects in Sampa

The operation, which took place on March 21, 2026, was part of ongoing efforts by regional security agencies to rid the area of illegal weapons and criminal elements.

This was contained in a statement issued by the police on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

“The exercise led to the recovery of the following exhibits: five pump action guns, one (1) baikal gun, two (2) locally made guns, 790 rounds of AAA&BB Cartridges, one (1) pouch, seven (7) pairs of black boots and desert boots, six whiskers, 21 machetes, four (4) bayonets, five (5) clubs, two (2) foreign military jackets, two (2) body amours-one without a metal plate, one AK 47 ammunition, six (6) assorted keypad phones, 12 assorted smart phones, one official stamp marked "Nana Samgba Gyafla II President Sampa Traditional Council', eight (8) assorted motorbikes, one pair of pliers, one chisel, six (6) knives, one torchlight, one Ripshaw and a quantity of talismans," it stated.

Police arrest three over GH¢20,000 bank fraud in Kasoa

According to the police, the suspects, whose ages range from 13 to 78 are currently in custody.

“The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting the investigation, and efforts are underway to prepare them to face prosecution," the statement added.

The police further urged the public to continue to assist the police with credible information that can lead to the arrest of suspects in possession of unlawful weapons.

See the full statement below:

PRESS RELEASE:

SPECIAL JOINT POLICE-MILITARY INTELLIGENCE-LED OPERATION AT SAMPA LEADS TO THE RECOVERY OF EIGHT ASSORTED WEAPONS, 24 ARRESTED pic.twitter.com/hPN69iGtqD

— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) March 21, 2026

JKB/EB

Gregory Savvidis shows gratitude to Sofaamy Glass as 2025 Best Customer Award Winner: