Some of the suspects
THE POLICE have apprehended a total of 186 suspects for allegedly indulging in human trafficking, sexual exploitation, narcotics trafficking and other organised criminal activities in the Ashanti Region.
They include 86 Ghanaians, 96 Nigerians and 4 Togolese nationals.
The security operation that led to their arrests were conducted at Asafo, Kenyase Aframa, Asokwa, Buokrom, Krofrom, Atonsu-Bokuro, Asawase and Old Tafo Ahenbronum from June 8 to 17, 2026, the police said in a statement signed by DSP Godwin Ahianyo, of the Ashanti Regional Police Public Affairs Unit.
According to the police report, some minors, including foreign nationals, who are suspected to be victims of the criminal activities of the suspects were rescued during the operation.
“Some of the rescued persons were identified as minors and were immediately separated from suspects and placed under protective care in accordance with established child protection protocols.
“Foreign nationals identified as victims of exploitation are being processed in collaboration with the Ghana Immigration Service for the necessary immigration and repatriation procedures,” DSP Ahianyo said.
He commended the professionalism and dedication of the IGP’s Special Operations Team and the Ashanti Regional Police Command whose collaborative efforts led to the successful execution of the operations.
According to him, “Investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the criminal network,” adding that all the 186 suspects “remain in police custody or are assisting with investigations.”
“The Ghana Police Service remains resolute in its commitment to intelligence-led policing and will continue to undertake sustained operations to combat organised crime and ensure the safety and security of all persons in the country,” he said.
FROM I.F. Joe Awuah, Kumasi