Upper West Police Intensify Security After Robbery and Abduction Reports at Kendeu
The Upper West Regional Police Command has launched enhanced security operations following disturbing reports of robbery and abduction in the Kendeu community of the Wa West District.
On Sunday, November 23, 2025, at approximately 2:00pm, police received a report that a gang of armed young men had attacked road users near the Kendeu community, robbing them of money, mobile phones, and other valuables. The attackers also reportedly assaulted and robbed market women who were travelling along the same route, leaving several victims traumatized.
In response, a joint team of police and military personnel was swiftly deployed to the area. The coordinated operation led to the arrest of ten (10) suspects, while others fled into nearby bushes to evade capture.
During the operation, securit...