The Ashanti South Regional Police Command, in a collaborative intelligence-led operation, has arrested four (4) Chinese suspects for engaging in illegal mining activities in Atatam, in the Adansi Asokwa District in the Ashanti Region.
The operation targeted illegal mining sites along the Subin River and Jimi River, both of which serve as crucial sources of drinking water for adjoining communities. The suspects have been identified as; Li Quan (44), Lu Jianzheng (36), Li Xuyu (47), Su Shanxing (63).
During the operation, seven (7) excavators were seized from the illegal mining site and transported to secure police custody. Three (3) pump-action guns were also retrieved from the suspects.
All four (4) suspects are currently in police custody assisting investigations.
