The Volta Regional Police Command has intercepted a Ford Transit bus carrying 68 fertiliser bags filled with cash totalling GH¢1,021,700 in one cedi notes and coins.

According to a police statement, the operation occurred around 4:45 pm on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, during a routine snap check at Juapong.

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The vehicle, driven by Edward Ansah, was travelling from Ho in the Volta Region to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.

Edward, who is currently in police custody, told investigators during initial questioning that he had been contracted by an unnamed individual in Kumasi to transport the money.

Police say investigations are ongoing.

 

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