Woman arrested at KIA with 30 slabs of cannabis concealed in cargo
A 46-year-old woman has been arrested by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) at the Swissport Consolidated Cargo section of the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) for possession of cannabis concealed in cargo.
The suspect was arrested on the night of Tuesday, May 28, 2025, after NACOC operatives, acting on intelligence, intercepted packages consigned to her.
Reports indicate that NACOC officers discovered 30 slabs of compressed cannabis, weighing 16.40 kilograms, hidden among her personal effects.
She was subsequently taken into custody and is currently assisting with investigations.
The illicit substances have been seized and are undergoing further examination.
NACOC has reiterated its commitment to combating drug trafficking through enhanced intelligence operations and collaborative efforts.
