# Security operations at Gbane mining site

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/security-operations-at-gbane-mining-site
> Updated: 2026-10-30T17:01:42.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

Security forces conducted operations at the Gbane mining site in the Talensi District of the Upper East Region following ongoing impasses between the Gbane and Namolug communities, Nalamtaaba Mining Enterprise, and Earl International Mining Limited.

In a joint effort involving police intelligence units and the 11 Mechanised Battalion, 16 suspects were arrested. Authorities recovered 209 live AA cartridges, two pump-action guns, seven body armors, seven security uniforms belonging to Nalamtaaba, 37 wraps of suspected Indian hemp, and 12 mobile phones. The suspects remain in custody to assist with investigations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Ghana Police arrest 192 suspects in month-long anti-crime operations

The Ghana Police Service arrested 192 suspects during month-long raids in Accra, seizing narcotics, firearms, and unregulated pharmaceuticals.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghana-police-arrest-192-suspects-in-month-long-crime-crackdown

### 2026-10-14: Gbane mining site security operation leads to 16 arrests

Sixteen suspects were arrested and various firearms, ammunition, and suspected narcotics were seized during security operations at the Gbane mining site in Ghana's Talensi District.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gbane-mining-site-security-operation-leads-to-16-arrests

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