The suspects Moses Ayando 30, Joseph Akuwaaya 32 and John Akanboei 34 were remanded whilst Kwaku Atingani 16 was granted bail to the tune of GH50,000 Ghana Cedis with one surety.

The suspects are to re-appear in court on 4 th November, 2025.

This followed the arrest of the suspects on 22 nd October, 2025 in an operation carried out by the Dormaa Paramount chief Anti-Galamsey Task Force at Akontanim, near Wamfie where the suspects were met engaging in illegal mining.

The Bono Regional Police Command, in a press release signed by the Public Relations Officer Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, is cautioning all persons engaging in illegal mining activities within the region to advise themselves or risk being arrested, investigated, and prosecuted.