In a significant move to uphold the law and eliminate the presence of illegal narcotics, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service recently carried out the destruction of a substantial quantity of narcotic substances. This action was undertaken in compliance with directives from the Accra Circuit Court, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle against drug-related offenses.
The items earmarked for destruction encompassed 248 fertilizer sacks, 315 wraps, 24 sachets, and 68 compressed slabs of various narcotics, in addition to three medium-sized buckets of heroin. These substances had been seized and utilized as crucial evidence in cases that were adjudicated by the circuit court over the period spanning from 2020 to 2024.
Speaking on this significant development, the Registrar at the Accra Circuit Court, Prosper Kingsley Damakah, elucidated that the destruction of these narcotics was necessitated following the conclusion of legal proceedings pertaining to the respective cases. "We are here to destroy some substances; cocaine, dry leaves thus cannabis, after those cases have been dealt with by the court," Mr. Damakah conveyed to journalists, underscoring the culmination of due process in addressing these illicit activities.
Furthermore, Mr. Damakah shed light on the timeline associated with these cases, elucidating, "Some of the cases started in 2020. The people were arrested by the Police, charged and brought to court. Judgments have been delivered in the cases." This insight serves to underscore the comprehensive legal processes that were diligently followed in bringing these offenders to justice.
The actual disposal of the narcotics was conducted at the shore behind the Black Star Square in Accra, with representatives from the Narcotics Control Commission and the Judicial Service in attendance as witnesses to this pivotal event. This collaborative effort between law enforcement agencies and judicial authorities signifies a concerted commitment to combatting the scourge of narcotics within the country.
The destruction of these illicit substances stands as a resolute demonstration of the unwavering dedication of law enforcement and judicial entities in upholding the rule of law and safeguarding societal well-being. It also sends a clear message that illegal drug-related activities will be met with decisive action within the ambit of the law.
As we reflect on this pivotal moment, it serves as a poignant reminder of the collective resolve to combat narcotics and uphold the principles of justice. The collaborative efforts of the Ghana Police Service, the Narcotics Control Commission, and the Judicial Service exemplify a unified front in addressing this multifaceted challenge. It is through such concerted endeavors that we continue to fortify the foundations of a law-abiding society, where criminal activities are met with due process and unwavering resolve.
-source citinewsroom | curated by Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes
