30 illegal miners arrested after massive invasion in the Upper East Region
Published:
1 month ago
Source:
GhanaWeb
Police in the Upper East Region have arrested 30 illegal miners for invading the underground mine of Earl International Group Ltd. The suspects, according to a press release issued by the company on August 12, 2024, were among over 200 unauthorized persons who invaded the mine at shaft 2, levels 2, and 3. The statement further indicated that the activities of these illegal miners are taking a great toll on their work. The statement added that these illegal miners sometimes launch attacks on the company's underground staff, deployed to carry out their duties. Read the statement below:
On the night of Saturday, August 10, 2024, 30 illegal miners were arrested in the underground mine area of Earl International Group Gold Ltd.