A policeman on Wednesday morning drowned in the River Offin at Assin Asaman while participating in an operation against illegal mining (galamsey).

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The body identifiede: Constable Kwabena Dogbe Found After Drowning During Illegal Mining Operation

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Constable Kwabena Dogbe was recovered after a four-hour search following a tragic incident during a police swoop aimed at curbing illegal mining activities in the Central North Region.

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The operation, which was part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining in the area, saw police forces arriving at a site where suspected illegal miners had set up operations. Upon the police's arrival, the miners fled across a nearby river, evading capture.

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In an effort to seize and destroy the miners' equipment, which included changfang machines and water pumping devices, Constable Dogbe tragically slipped and fell into the river, drowning in the process.

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The police and rescue teams conducted an intensive search for several hours, ultimately recovering the constable's body.

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Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and continue their efforts to tackle illegal mining in the region.

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