The Ghana Police Service in Nkwanta has arrested two persons for unlawful possession of firearms and a large cache of ammunition following an intelligence-led operation.

The suspects, identified as 27-year-old Richard Kpimbi and 20-year-old Latif Adam, were picked up on April 29, 2026, at the Brewaniase Police barrier.

They were travelling in a Kia Rhino truck with registration number GW 9927-13, with Kpimbi driving and Adam acting as the driver’s mate.

Police say a thorough search of the vehicle uncovered one Adler pump-action gun and a significant quantity of ammunition concealed in plastic sacks and boxes under tarpaulins.

The items retrieved include 7,000 AAA cartridges, 3,000 BB cartridges, and 1,124 live rounds of AK-47 ammunition.

The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with investigations, while all seized items have been retained as exhibits for further action.

The Police Service has reiterated its commitment to maintaining public safety and has called on the public to provide credible information to support ongoing efforts to combat crime.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Tags:

Nkwanta Police Catch Two People With Gun And Over 11,000 Ammunition

Suggested for you

More Stories

Workers betrayed – Minority caucus blames Mahama administration for worsening difficult times

30-year marriage ends in dispute: Prophet Amponsah and wife fight over GH¢400,000 and cocoa farm

We need restructure Ghana gold transactions – Dr Atuahene

BoG's GH₵15.6bn Loss a 'Necessary Evil' for Economic Stability - Dr Richmond Atuahene

New video shows how Trump dinner gunman passed security in four seconds

Health Ministry Warns Public About Fake Recruitment Link Before Nursing Intake

Discussion