US Army Major Kojo Owusu Dartey, aged 42, has been found guilty by a federal jury for his role in smuggling firearms to Ghana concealed within blue barrels disguised as rice and household goods.
Dartey, stationed at Fort Liberty, now faces a maximum sentence of 240 months in prison, with his sentencing scheduled for July 2024.
The conviction has prompted widespread concerns regarding the implications of the illegal arms trade on Ghana’s security, particularly as the nation approaches elections.
Social media platforms have been abuzz with expressions of shock and apprehension, underscoring the urgent need for heightened vigilance and stringent measures to thwart such illicit activities in the future.
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Source: OccupyGh.com
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