The National Police intercepted approximately 350 kg of cannabis in Saaba, on the Ouagadougou-Fada road, and arrested the main suspect. This seizure was carried out as part of Operation WIBGA 3, conducted jointly by the Saaba District Police Station and the Ouagadougou Republican Security Company (CRS).
The interception took place on the bypass during a routine traffic stop. Police discovered three and a half bags of cannabis being transported on a tricycle. The ensuing investigation led to the arrest of the main suspect.
According to initial findings of the investigation, the product originated abroad and entered Burkina Faso via truck drivers. These drivers concealed the merchandise in their vehicles to evade security checks. Once in Ouagadougou, the cannabis was collected and then sold wholesale to clients.
The transactions were carried out primarily in cash and via Orange Money. Those involved also took precautions to limit any traces that could facilitate their identification.
Through this operation, the National Police reaffirms its determination to fight against drug trafficking and calls on the public to strengthen their collaboration with the security forces.
Djamila Kambou
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