In a high-profile case at a Circuit Court in Accra, four individuals have been granted a combined bail of GHC13 million after being accused of attempting to traffic 73 slabs of cocaine through the Swissport terminal at Kotoka International Airport (KIA).
The suspects were apprehended following a foiled drug smuggling operation that involved a substantial quantity of illicit narcotics reportedly destined for export.
Details emerging from the ongoing investigation reveal that the cocaine was intercepted during routine security checks at the airport’s cargo terminal, raising serious concerns about drug trafficking operations within the country.
During the court hearing, the prosecution presented preliminary findings that linked the accused to the narcotics, aiming to establish a clear connection to the illegal drug trade. Despite the serious nature of the charges, the court decided to grant bail, setting conditions that collectively amount to GHC13 million for the four suspects.
As the legal proceedings continue, the case has been adjourned, with investigations ongoing to uncover more details about the operation and those involved. The allegations have put a spotlight on the challenges of combating drug trafficking in Ghana, leaving many to wonder about the broader implications for security at the nation’s airports.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
