53 Pistols concealed in suit cases intercepted at Tema Habour

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority has seized a 40-footer container containing suitcases concealing 53 pistols and, 74 Magazines and 65 live rounds of ammunition.

The container was shipped from the United States. The agent and consignees who were arrested have been granted bail.

According to the GRA, the container was falsely vehicles and personal effects and was intercepted on November 4, 2024.

The Commissioner of Customs, Brig Gen Zibrim Ayorrogo said some arrests have been made and investigations were ongoing to determine the full details of the shipments and its intended recipient.

He cautioned that the importation of ammunition into the country without license was a crime and perpetrators would be made to face the law.