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Tag: Ghana Police Service

Three Arrested in Connection with Robbery and Murder of Mobile Money Vendors in Ashanti Region
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Three Arrested in Connection with Robbery and Murder of Mobile Money Vendors in Ashanti Region

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has apprehended three individuals suspected of being involved in the brutal robbery and murder of two mobile money vendors in the Ashanti Region. According to the police, the first incident occurred on Thursday, 13th February 2025, in Krofrom around noon, where the victim, Patricia Nimako, was attacked and fatally shot. Her assailants also made away with an undisclosed amount of money. A second attack took place on the night of Monday, 10th March 2025, in Kwadaso. The victim, identified as Gideon Owusu Sarpong, popularly known as “Junior,” was also robbed and murdered at his residence. Following investigations, police arrested three suspects on 21st March 2025. The individuals were identified as Charles Kwame Danso, 23, also known as “Kwame Char...
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Fawoade Bampenase residents plead with the Ghana Police Service to strengthen security.
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Fawoade Bampenase residents plead with the Ghana Police Service to strengthen security.

Residents of Fawoade Bampenase in the Kwabre East Municipality of Ashanti, have called on the Ghana Police Service to come to their aid by increasing visibility and strengthening security in the area. According to them, the rampant robbery incidents in the area had become a source of worry and created fear and panic among residents in the community. The robberies, which were caused by some unidentified youth in the community in broad daylight, during light outs and evenings, were becoming a critical concern to many people in the area. In the spate of one week about five robbery cases have been reported in the community. Ms Sherifatu Ibrahim, a National Service Personnel and resident of the area told the Ghana News Agency that, the robbers broke windows while their victims were ...
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BCM Ghana petitions Ghana Police service over unlawful acquisition of property
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BCM Ghana petitions Ghana Police service over unlawful acquisition of property

BCM Ghana has officially petitioned the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, calling for a full inquiry into alleged unlawful takeover of their property. “The company is engaged in an ongoing legal battle with opponents over a separate property dispute involving an Airport-area asset”. In a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency on Wednesday, the company alleged that unauthorized attempts were made to take control of several of its sites. It said on Saturday, February 8, 2025, individuals allegedly acting on behalf of their opponents entered multiple company property at Spintex, Tema Motorway Industrial Area, and Borteyman. “During the incident, security personnel were reportedly confronted, and surveillance equipment was damaged. A similar a...
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Police Arrest Another Suspect in Violent Disturbances During Nsoatreman FC vs. Asante Kotoko Match
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Police Arrest Another Suspect in Violent Disturbances During Nsoatreman FC vs. Asante Kotoko Match

In relation to the violent incidents that broke out during the February 2, 2025, football game between Nsoatreman FC and Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC, the Ghana Police Service has detained an additional suspect. The suspect was arrested as part of an ongoing investigation and was identified as Elizabeth Akosua Ntiriwaa, also known as Akosua Black Chinese. Six individuals have been detained in connection with the event after her detention. As the police continue their efforts to capture everyone responsible for the disruptions, Ntiriwaa is now helping with investigations, they said. The Ghana Police Service highlighted that the intelligence-led operation is still ongoing and that they are steadfast in their resolve to make sure that everyone
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Police commend public for cooperation during President, Vice-President’s swearing-in ceremony
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Police commend public for cooperation during President, Vice-President’s swearing-in ceremony

The Ghana Police Service has expressed gratitude to the public for their patience and cooperation during the swearing-in ceremony of the President and Vice-President on January 7, 2025. In a statement released in Accra by Madam Grace Ansah-Akrofi, Assistant Commissioner of Police and Director of Public Affairs, the Police extended special thanks to the motoring public for their understanding during the temporary road closures and traffic diversions in Accra associated with the event. The statement emphasized the Police's ongoing commitment to ensuring peace, security, and order across the country and urged the public to continue their support.
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Send-off service held in honour of retired Bodi District Police Commander  
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Send-off service held in honour of retired Bodi District Police Commander  

A send-off service has been held in honour of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mr Michael Adjei Perry (Retired), the immediate past Sefwi Bodi District Police Commander in the Western North Region.   In his address, Mr Adjei thanked the chiefs and people of Sefwi Bodi, and the police officers under his command for their support during his tenure as the District Police Commander.  “I have served in the service for many years rising through the various ranks from Constable to District police commander, and it is not by strength but by the help and support of some senior police officers and the strength of God,” he said.   Mr Perry also pledged his support for his successor to continue to provide maximum security for the people.   For his part, Nana A...
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La-Nkwantanang gets newly constructed District Police Headquarters
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La-Nkwantanang gets newly constructed District Police Headquarters

The La Nkwantanang Madina Municipal Assembly has inaugurated a newly constructed District Police Headquarters at Ayi Mensah in Accra. The edifice, with air-conditioners in all offices, has a reception, four washrooms, eight offices and an ultra-modern conference room. Madam Jennifer Dede Adjabeng, La-Nkwantanang Madina Municipal Chief Executive, in an address said the provision of the offices was to promote smooth police operation and administration in the area tohelp curb all acts of lawlessness and criminality. She emphasized the importance of peace and security in a democratic society to ensure that citizens go about their daily routines without any impediments. Mada...
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Military Will Be At Flashpoints – Taskforce
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Military Will Be At Flashpoints – Taskforce

  HEAD OF Operations, Training and Peacekeeping, Ghana Armed Forces, Brig. Gen. Kwaku Dankwa Hagan, has stated that military personnel will be deployed at various flashpoints to ensure peace and security in this year’s election. Speaking at the National Election Security Taskforce (NESTF) meeting with the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), Brig. Gen. Hagan said it has become crucial for military personnel to secure electoral polling stations to ensure the integrity and transparency of the electoral process, while maintaining peace and order during elections, particularly in areas prone to violence or instability. “We have collaborated with the police service and the Electoral Commission (EC) to identify over 1,000 potential flashpoints and areas that may require addi...
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