Two Arrested After Alleged Attempt to Bribe Police with GH¢30,000 in Narcotics Case
Two men, Mark Bangel and Zakaria Arafat, were arrested by Greater Accra Regional Police for attempting to bribe officers with GH¢30,000 after a truck suspected of carrying narcotics was seized.
In Brief
- •Two men, Mark Bangel and Zakaria Arafat, were arrested by Greater Accra Regional Police for attempting to bribe officers with GH¢30,000 after a truck suspected of carrying narcotics was seized.
- •The incident began on 11 September 2026 when a Bravo SWAT Unit intercepted a Kia Rhino truck (registration GN 5581-13) near Abofu, Accra.
- •Police recovered 175 compressed slabs of dried leaves suspected to be narcotics, concealed in sacks and “Ghana Must Go” bags, and seized the vehicle.
- •A third individual, Salam, is being sought for allegedly transporting the truck from Kpandai to Accra.
Why It Matters
The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by Ghanaian police to curb narcotics trafficking and combat corruption within law‑enforcement agencies. It underscores the importance of stringent anti‑bribery measures and the role of specialized units such as Bravo SWAT in safeguarding public safety.
Key Details
- Arrest Date
- 11 September 2026
- Bribe Amount
- GH¢30,000
- Suspected Narcotics Quantity
- 175 compressed slabs
- Vehicle Registration
- GN 5581-13
- Police Unit
- Bravo SWAT Unit
- Suspects
- Mark Bangel, Zakaria Arafat
Context & Background
Police in Ghana routinely conduct anti‑narcotics operations, and bribery attempts are investigated under the Anti‑Corruption Act.
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