Police Nab Three in Savelugu for Alleged Weapon Smuggling Operation

Following an intelligence-led operation, the Northern Regional Police Command has successfully apprehended three suspects in Savelugu, Northern Region, on suspicion of engaging in weapon smuggling activities.

The suspects, identified as Gaba Abdallah Alhassan, Alhassan Abdallah, and Alhassan Abdul Kudus, were taken into custody on May 1st, 2025, from their respective hideouts. The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in law enforcement efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal weapons in the region.

During the operation, police officers recovered a substantial cache of weaponry, including one (1) AK-47 rifle, one (1) SMG (Submachine gun), one (1) Smith & Wesson SD40 VE pistol, one (1) single-barrel gun, two (2) magazines, fifteen (15) rounds of AK-47 ammunition, thirteen (13) rounds of pistol ammunition, an additional twenty-seven (27) rounds of miscellaneous ammunition, and five (5) rounds of BB cartridges. The nature and quantity of the seized weapons underscore the seriousness of the alleged smuggling operation.

The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with the ongoing investigations aimed at determining the source and intended destination of the smuggled weapons, as well as any potential links to criminal organizations or activities.

Law enforcement authorities have assured that the suspects will be afforded due process and will be brought before the appropriate legal channels to face justice for their alleged involvement in weapon smuggling. The successful operation serves as a testament to the effectiveness of intelligence-gathering and proactive policing in addressing the threat posed by illegal arms trafficking.