In a renewed effort to protect water bodies from illegal mining, the Suaman District Assembly in the Western North region, in collaboration with security agencies, has destroyed four changfangs and other mining equipment used for galamsey operations on the River Sui.

The operation, led by District Chief Executive (DCE) Vasco Obour, targeted miners operating deep within the river.

According to reports, the illegal miners fled upon spotting the approaching task force, abandoning their locally constructed boats, changfangs, and additional mining machinery at the site.

The task force set fire to the equipment to prevent any further use in the area.

Vasco Obour, speaking after the exercise, explained the coordinated efforts that led to the raid, and noted that intelligence gathering and community engagement played a key role in tracking the activities of the miners.

He also noted that the assembly is ready to collaborate with the District Security Council (DISEC) and local stakeholders to develop long-term strategies to end illegal mining on water bodies in the district.