Police arrest two at Asawase Market over suspected narcotic drugs concealed in fertiliser sacks

The Manhyia District Police Command has arrested two men in connection with the unlawful possession and transportation of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs following an intelligence-led operation at the Asawase Market in Kumasi. The operation, conducted on July 21, 2026, resulted in the seizure of 100 compressed parcels of dried leaves suspected to be narcotic drugs concealed in fertiliser sacks hidden among second-hand clothing. The suspects have been identified as Osman Bassein, 37,…