At Pakyi No.2 in the Ashanti area, police apprehended two suspected unlicensed miners who were allegedly part of a larger group of 'galamsey' operators.

The police invaded the illegal mining enclave with the help of the local traditional council to apprehend the miners.

The Pakyi No.2 tribal council requested police assistance in clearing the area of illicit miners.

The Secretary to the Council is Richard Nyantakyi.

To deter illicit miners, the traditional council has established surveillance over its territory.

Nana Kwaku Amoako Kufour II, Nifahene of Pakyi No.2, praised the police for their prompt response.

He asked for community members' help in providing information about illicit mining enclaves.