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Police Arrest Man for Unlawful Possession of Weapons in Nsawam-Adoagyiri
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Police Arrest Man for Unlawful Possession of Weapons in Nsawam-Adoagyiri

The Eastern South Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect, Abdul Rauf Salami, for unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition during a targeted police operation in Nsawam-Adoagyiri. The suspect, a native of Adoagyiri Zongo, was apprehended on the night of Friday, May 23, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m. The arrest was made as part of intensified police operations aimed at restoring peace and maintaining security in the area following recent violent disturbances. Police say Salami was intercepted during a coordinated sweep of key entry and exit points in Adoagyiri. A search led to the recovery of two pump-action guns loaded with 64 rounds of AA ammunition, a cutlass, a knife, and an ammunition vest. The suspect is currently in police custody assisting with ongoing investi...
Police Restore Calm in Adoagyiri After Violent Clashes Between Youth Groups
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Police Restore Calm in Adoagyiri After Violent Clashes Between Youth Groups

The Eastern South Regional Police Command has confirmed that calm has been restored in Adoagyiri following violent disturbances involving rival youth groups in the area. According to police, the chaos erupted on Thursday, May 22, 2025, when approximately 300 youth took to the streets, blocking roads, burning tyres, and vandalizing shops and vehicles. The disturbances followed a series of violent incidents that have left at least two people dead and several others injured. A re-enforcement team comprising officers from the National Police Headquarters and the National Formed Police Unit was swiftly deployed to contain the situation. Authorities have since brought the violence under control and restored peace to the area. Preliminary investigations revealed that the unrest stemmed f...
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