A significant raid was
successfully conducted by the Forestry Commission. They took action based on
reliable information on illicit mining, which is sometimes referred to as
"galamsey." The Yakombo Forest Reserve was the site of this
operation. This reserve is located in the Savannah Region's Buipe Forest
District.
Ten Ghanaians and eleven Chinese citizens were
taken into custody during the operation. Forest guards from the Buipe and Bole
Forest Districts made up this formidable 51-person crew. Additionally, three
special Rapid Response squads supported them. On Tuesday, December 2, the full
procedure took place. Their goal was to put an end to all illicit mining in
this protected area.
In sections of the
reserve close to Tuntumba, the suspects were apprehended. The Yakombo Forest
Reserve holds great significance. It was founded in 1974. It is the largest
forest reserve in Ghana, spanning a vast area. Because of this, the unlawful
entry poses a major threat to the ecosystem's overall health.
Many pieces of equipment utilized for the
illicit activities were confiscated by the authorities. They stole two Great
Wall trucks and a Toyota Hilux. More significantly, three sizable Howo tipper
trucks were taken into custody. Additionally, a Man Diesel low-bed truck
hauling a huge digger was seized.
Everyone who was
detained has been relocated. The Damongo Regional Police Command currently has
them. They are likely to be charged with a crime and will help with the
investigation. The Mole National Park is securely housing the confiscated
mining equipment. The authorities' commitment to safeguarding Ghana's priceless
woods is demonstrated by this successful effort.
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