Police intercept truck with 5,164 suspected narcotic parcels in Oti Region

Three persons have been arrested in connection with the consignment The Oti Regional Police Command has intercepted an articulated truck allegedly transporting 5,164 parcels suspected to contain narcotic substances concealed in secret compartments.

A statement signed by the Deputy Superintendent of Police and Head of Public Affairs for the Oti Region, John Nchor, said the truck was “suspected to be conveying narcotic substances concealed in secret compartments.“The Oti Regional Police Command assures the public of its continued commitment to combating narcotics trafficking and organised crime and urges the public to provide credible information to assist the Police,” the statement added.