The Accra Central Division Police Command has arrested a wanted suspect during security operations at the Diaspora Summit 2025 held at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).
According to the Police, the arrest followed heightened surveillance mounted on Friday, 19 December 2025, after complaints from participants at previous events at the AICC about the theft of personal items, including mobile phones, iPads, and credit cards. An undercover operation was therefore deployed to ensure the safety of participants at the ongoing summit.
During the operation, officers identified and arrested Reagan Kwesi Egbi Addo, also known as Morgan Addo, who is on the Police wanted list for multiple stealing offences within the Accra Central Division. The suspect was found wearing an official summit tag and posing as a legitimate participant. Upon questioning, he failed to provide a credible explanation for his presence and was arrested and detained at the Ministries Police Station to assist with investigations.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect allegedly uses deceptive tactics at ATM locations by deliberately making transactions difficult for users and then offering assistance. In the process, he is said to swap victims’ ATM cards and later withdraw money from their accounts. Police also suspect him of stealing ATM cards and other valuables during conference meetings by accessing participants’ bags and laptops, especially during breaks.
Further investigations revealed that the event organizers had conducted online registration for the Diaspora Summit 2025, which was open to the general public without restrictions. This, according to the organizers, made it possible for the suspect to register and gain access to the event.
Police later escorted the suspect to his residence at Ashale Botwe, where a search led to the recovery of eight (8) ATM cards belonging to different individuals. The items recovered include:
- GCB Ready Cash ATM Card — Angela Esi Anderson
- GCB Debit Plus Visa Card — Isahaku Marisu
- GCB Debit Plus MasterCard — Abena Sefan
- GCB Classic MasterCard — Rubi Essinam Banah
- GCB Ready Cash ATM Card — Alimatu Inusah
- ABSA International Debit Visa Card — Ransford Ashitey
- GT Bank MasterCard — Serial No. 5454410003674430
- Fidelity Bank Visa Card — Edi Elliot
The recovered ATM cards have been retained as exhibits, and the Police say they will formally engage the respective banks to help trace the rightful owners to support ongoing investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command has assured the public of its commitment to protecting lives and property, particularly during public gatherings and major events. While adequate security is provided, the Police have urged the public to remain vigilant, keep personal belongings under close supervision, and promptly report any suspicious persons or activities.
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