The Northern Regional Police Command has launched a special operation aimed at clamping down on criminal activities in the Tamale Metropolis ahead of the festive season.

According to a statement issued by the police on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the operation is to enable citizens and residents of the Metropolis to carry out their daily activities without fear.

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“The operation is designed to allow residents and visitors to carry out their daily activities without fear. Intelligence-driven raids have led to the arrest of multiple suspects involved in various criminal offenses. These suspects have been processed for court, and their cases are currently before the Tamale Circuit Court,” the statement said.

The police further announced that a suspect who engaged the officers in a crossfire situation had been confirmed dead.

“The suspect sustained gunshot injuries and was confirmed dead. The body has been deposited at the Tamale Teaching Hospital for autopsy and further investigation,” it noted.

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The Norther Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to combatting crime in the Metropolis.

“The Police Command encourages public confidence in the Ghana Police Service as strategic measures continue to combat crime, particularly drug-related activities,” it added.

Read the full statement below:

Northern Regional Police Command, in collaboration with the Inspector General of Police’s Special Operations Team, has launched an intensified security operation targeting criminal activities within the Tamale Metropolis.#UTVGhana pic.twitter.com/BSxIMeGDr7

— UTV Ghana (@utvghana) December 2, 2025