Police arrest Ghanaian and Chinese nationals for possessing ammunition in Akwatia

Law enforcement officials in Akwatia have apprehended two individuals, including a Chinese national, for allegedly possessing ammunition without proper authorization.

The suspects, identified as 32-year-old Enoch Asiedu and 58-year-old Lu Youyan, were intercepted on Friday night, August 22, 2025, at approximately 9 pm during a routine patrol at the Boadua Livingstone snap checkpoint.

According to the police, the two were traveling in a Toyota Hilux pickup when officers conducted a search and retrieved four live BB cartridges from the vehicle.

The suspects were immediately taken to the Akwatia Police Station together with the exhibits.

During interrogation at the charge office, Asiedu reportedly claimed that the cartridges belonged to their employer, one Mohammed, said to be the owner of the Toyota Hilux. Police have since launched efforts to trace Mohammed for questioning.

Both suspects remain in custody assisting with investigations.