Evans Dakubo, a 27-year-old illegal miner, was detained after being accused of stealing GH6,000 in the galamsey town of Kui in the Bole District of the Savannah area.
Evan, who also runs a chop bar, allegedly stole the cash from his boss.
The suspect is still being held by police while they conduct additional inquiries.
Evans stole GHS6,000 from his supervisor, who told Adom News that the event occurred.
He claimed that he spent GHS 4000.00 on a piece of land and had GHS 2,000 left over for other necessities.
The culprit will be presented in court on Tuesday in Bole, according to the Police CID, Alhaji.