Police seize 50,000 rounds of ammunitions, foil GH¢12,000 bribe in Wa

Picture of suspects linked to seizure of 50k rounds of ammunitions Four people are in police custody in the Upper West Region after a tip-off led officers to a commercial vehicle smuggling 50,000 rounds of ammunition along an unapproved route and after a bribery attempt aimed at securing the suspects’ release backfired.

The Upper West Regional Police Command says the operation began on Sunday, June 29, 2026, when intelligence indicated a Kia Topic vehicle, registration number UW 139-12, was hauling a large ammunition consignment outside Wa Township.

Police say the ammunition, the cash, and the vehicle are being held as exhibits as investigations continue, and have renewed their appeal for public tip-offs to support law enforcement efforts.