The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has led a team to crack down on illegal mining activities in the Amansie South District of the Ashanti Region.
The operation targeted sites at Manso Ankam and Mpasse, where the team impounded 5 excavators.
According to eyewitnesses, the miners fled the scene, abandoning their equipment. The police team successfully retrieved the excavators and transported them to the District Headquarters at Manso Adubia, where they have been impounded for further investigation.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining in the region. The IGP’s team is working to identify the owners of the impounded excavators and determine the extent of their involvement in the illegal mining activities.
The crackdown serves as a warning to those engaging in illegal mining operations, emphasizing the commitment of law enforcement agencies to protect the environment and uphold the law. The outcome of the investigation will determine the next course of action, including potential prosecution of those involved.
This decisive action underscores the importance of addressing illegal mining, which poses significant environmental and economic risks to local communities. The police operation demonstrates the government’s resolve to enforce regulations and protect natural resources.
