The Ghana Police Service has arrested seven suspected members of a human trafficking syndicate and rescued 48 victims following two intelligence-led operations in Ho in the Volta Region.

The suspects, identified as Emmanuel Asiamah, Frimpong Jerry, Paul Mensah, Bismark Perry, Vida Gefah, Ebenezer Kwabena Owusu, and Prince Kaku were arrested on January 8 and 10, 2026.

The operations were conducted at Fiave Dablah Ayekple Street, Ho CK Road, and Somey Junction.

Police said the rescued victims, largely young adults and students, were allegedly lured with promises of overseas travel and subsequently held under deceptive and coercive conditions.

The victims are currently receiving support as authorities work to reunite them with their families.

Searches at the locations led to the recovery of official receipts issued to victims after money had been collected under the pretext of securing visas for travel abroad, along with assorted documents believed to be linked to other fraudulent activities.

All seven suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations. Police say efforts are ongoing to trace the parents or relatives of the rescued victims and to apprehend other members of the suspected syndicate who remain at large.

The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to dismantling organised criminal networks and protecting the public from human trafficking and related scams, urging the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.

Sompaonline.com/Derrick Djan