Man, 77-years arrested for growing marijuana.

A 77-year-old man, Opanin Kwadwo Sampene was arrested on his marijuana farm at Mem, a suburb of Atebeubu in the Bono East region.

The suspect, Opanin Kwadwo Sampene was arrested following a tip-off from a resident of Mem about the farm.

A police contingent led by the District Commander Chief Supt. Bright Boafo made the arrest.

Opanin Kwadwo Sampene reportedly told the police about his smoking habit. According to him, he has been smoking marijuana for sixty years.

Opanin Kwadwo decided to cultivate and sell the illegal plant to earn some money for his upkeep considering how he is without a job.

The weed farm was set ablaze by the police personnel.

Meanwhile, the suspect is assisting the police with further investigations.

Source: AdomOnline