Marine Police Intercept Canoe Loaded With 2,030 Slabs of Suspected Cannabis at Ada
The Marine Police personnel at Ada have intercepted a wooden canoe loaded with 2,030 slabs of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis sativa in the early hours of Thursday, September 17, 2026.
The interception occurred at about 12:41 a.m., after personnel acting on intelligence spotted and pursued the canoe along the Ada waterways.
According to police, the occupants of the canoe jumped overboard and escaped by swimming away under the cover of darkness upon sighting the police patrol boat.
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The abandoned canoe was subsequently towed to the Marine Police base for further examination.
A search conducted on the vessel uncovered 29 sacks, each containing 70 slabs of compressed dried leaves suspected to be cannabis sativa, bringing the total haul to 2,030 slabs.
Police say the exhibits have been secured for forensic examination, while efforts have been commenced to identify and arrest the suspects who fled the scene.
The Ghana Police Service said further updates will be provided as investigations continue.
