NACOC Uncovers New Suspects in $6m Australia-bound Meth Trafficking Case

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Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has identified a new group of suspects linked to the attempted export of 320 kilograms of methamphetamine to Australia. The suspects are believed to have played supporting roles in a criminal network connected to an alleged kingpin arrested in the case.

The alleged kingpin, whose identity has not been disclosed, was arrested following an operation by Australian authorities who intercepted over $6 million worth of methamphetamine. According to NACOC's Deputy Director-General, Alexander Twum-Barimah, the arrested kingpin 'has people working for her indeed.'

Speaking on Joy FM's Super Morning Show, Mr Twum-Barimah disclosed that intelligence gathered by NACOC has led to the identification of the new suspects. He assured that steps are underway to apprehend them, adding that some of the suspects' names have 'come up which we are going to work on and get them picked either by today or tomorrow'.

The development underscores Ghana's intensified cooperation with international partners in combating transnational drug trafficking. NACOC remains committed to dismantling all layers of the syndicate.

The Commission's Deputy Director-General explained the process behind identifying the new suspects, saying: 'As of yesterday (Wednesday, June 24), some other names have come up which we are going to work on and get them picked either by today or tomorrow.'

NACOC is working tirelessly to track down the suspects, with Mr Twum-Barimah stressing that the Commission is committed to dismantling the syndicate. The operation, which is worth over $6 million, saw NACOC work closely with international partners to dismantle the syndicate.

Mr Twum-Barimah's comments came as the Commission continues to work on dismantling the syndicate. The operation has sent shockwaves through the international community, with many countries expressing concern over the growing threat of transnational drug trafficking.

NACOC's efforts to combat transnational drug trafficking have been praised by international partners, who have lauded the Commission's commitment to dismantling the syndicate. The operation is a testament to Ghana's resolve to tackle the issue head-on and work closely with international partners to achieve this goal.