The Tema Regional Police Command has disclosed that its officers rejected an alleged GH¢150,000 bribe offered by a suspect who attempted to secure the release of a truck carrying 5,039 compressed parcels of suspected narcotic substances intercepted during an anti-drug operation at Afienya.
The alleged bribery attempt was revealed on Thursday, July 23, 2026, by the Tema Regional Police Commander, DCOP Eric Asamoah Asiedu, during a press briefing on recent anti-crime operations in the region.
According to DCOP Asiedu, police intercepted a tipper truck concealing the suspected narcotic substances at Afienya, leading to the arrest of two suspects, who have since been remanded into custody.
He said one of the suspects later offered GH¢150,000 to police officers in an attempt to influence the release of the truck and its cargo.
“Our officers rejected an alleged GH¢150,000 bribe offered by a suspect who sought the release of the truck carrying the suspected narcotic substances,” DCOP Asiedu stated.
He praised the officers for refusing the alleged inducement, describing their actions as a demonstration of the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to professionalism, integrity and the fight against organised crime.
“The Tema Regional Police Command remains resolute, vigilant and fully committed to combating crime. We have strengthened intelligence gathering, patrols and collaboration with other security agencies. There will be no haven for criminals within this Region,” he added.
The 5,039 compressed parcels of suspected narcotic substances remain in police custody as investigations continue.
Police said efforts are underway to identify and arrest other individuals believed to be connected to the suspected drug trafficking operation.
The disclosure formed part of the Tema Regional Police Command’s update on operations targeting armed robbery, narcotics trafficking and other organised crime across the region.
