Airport Junction: Man arrested with 37 parcels of ‘Indian hemp’, allegedly feigns madness

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old man, Ibrahim Saani, for allegedly possessing 37 parcels of substances suspected to be Indian hemp at New York, near Airport Junction.

The arrest was made on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at about 7:00 p.m., after a police team acting on intelligence conducted an operation in the area.

According to the police, officers retrieved a bag containing 37 parcels of compressed substances suspected to be Indian hemp and a crusher.

The suspect was subsequently escorted to the police station with the exhibits for further investigation.

Preliminary investigations suggest that Saani may have been involved in the distribution of suspected narcotic substances within New York and surrounding areas.

The police said intelligence gathered further indicated that he allegedly feigns madness to conceal his suspected illicit activities.

The Tema Regional Police Command stated, “The substances will be forwarded for forensic examination to establish their nature and assist further investigations into the possible involvement of other persons.”

The police added that the suspect and any accomplices identified during the investigation would be arraigned before the court once investigations are completed.

The Command has cautioned the public against involvement in narcotics-related activities and urged anyone with credible information about the possession, distribution or trafficking of illicit drugs to report to the nearest police station.

“The Command further encourages the public to continue cooperating with the Police to combat drug-related offences and protect communities, particularly the youth,” the police statement said.

The police also urged the public to share credible information that could assist efforts to tackle drug-related offences.

Saani remains a suspect, and the allegations against him have yet to be determined by a court.