The Tamale Metropolitan Police have apprehended 19 individuals in a targeted operation aimed at cracking down on criminal activity across the city and surrounding areas.
The Inspector General of Police Special Operations Team, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Bawa Abdul Jalil, carried out the night-time swoop on November 20, covering Aboabo Market, Lamshegu Inner Market, Kalphonini, and the Tamale Main Market.
Police reports indicate that the operation resulted in the arrest of 13 suspected gang members, five alleged drug peddlers, and one individual found with firearms and ammunition without lawful authority.
During the operation, officers recovered quantities of suspected cannabis, other substances in sachets, motorbikes believed to be stolen, a locally made single-barrel gun with 13 BB cartridges, mobile phones, and assorted electronics. All items have been catalogued and securely stored for further investigation.
No casualties were reported, and all suspects are currently detained at the Tamale Regional Police Headquarters for screening, profiling, and additional inquiries.
The police brief explained that the operation was designed to disrupt criminal hideouts and flashpoints, targeting robbery, drug distribution, motorbike theft, and other violent offenses. Authorities also aimed to recover illegal weapons and contraband, safeguard public spaces, and restore community confidence in law enforcement.
Before the operation, ASP Jalil commended his team for their professionalism and discipline, urging officers to remain committed to protecting lives and property. He emphasized that the police force is prepared to execute future directives with the same dedication and excellence.
The night operation underscores the Tamale Police Service’s ongoing commitment to proactive crime prevention and maintaining safety across the metropolis.
