The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested three suspects for allegedly representing and facilitating the activities of Dutch fugitive Jos Leijdekkers, popularly known as “Bolle Jo,” in Ghana.
According to a statement issued by NACOC on September 14, 2026, the arrests follow the reported seizure by French Customs of a cocaine shipment allegedly linked to a wider drug-trafficking network.
Three Suspects in NACOC Custody
NACOC said the three suspects are currently in its custody and are assisting investigators as authorities examine their alleged roles in the trafficking network.
The Commission did not disclose the identities of the suspects or provide further details about the specific allegations against each individual.
The suspects remain subject to investigation and are entitled to all applicable legal protections as the process continues.
Arrests Follow Reported Cocaine Seizure
The arrests are reportedly connected to a cocaine shipment seized by French Customs that NACOC says was allegedly linked to a wider network.
The development has prompted further investigations into possible international connections and individuals suspected of facilitating illicit drug-trafficking activities.
NACOC is expected to continue working with domestic and international law-enforcement agencies as investigators seek to establish the full circumstances surrounding the shipment and alleged network.
NACOC Vows to Prevent Ghana From Becoming Drug-Trafficking Hub
The Commission reaffirmed its resolve to ensure that Ghana does not become a safe haven, transit point, or operational base for international drug-trafficking organizations.
NACOC said it will continue collaborating with law-enforcement partners to disrupt the people, finances, and infrastructure that sustain the illicit drug trade.
International Cooperation Intensifies
The case highlights the importance of cooperation between Ghanaian authorities and international law-enforcement agencies in tackling transnational organized crime.
With the reported cocaine seizure occurring outside Ghana and allegedly connected to a wider network, investigators are expected to work across jurisdictions to trace the shipment and establish possible links among individuals involved.
NACOC Assures Suspects of Legal Protections
While reaffirming its commitment to fighting drug trafficking, NACOC also emphasized the need to safeguard the rights and legal protections of all persons under investigation.
The Commission said its operations will continue in accordance with the law as investigators work to establish the facts surrounding the alleged trafficking activities.
The latest arrests represent another development in Ghana’s efforts to strengthen its fight against international drug-trafficking networks and prevent the country from being exploited as a transit or operational base.
Source: Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), statement dated September 14, 2026.