The six suspected Criminals
Six suspected armed robbers believed to be involved in a series of robberies including carjacking within the Accra Metropolis and Central Region have been arrested by the police.
The Director of the Public Affairs Directorate of the Police Service, Superintendent Alexander Obeng, said the suspects were arrested by the police through a targeted intelligence-led operation between the period of April 15 and April 17, 2022.
In a statement, he identified the six suspects as Jibrila Musa alias Danturi, Hussain Sampa, Daniel Acquah, Anthony Sackey, Michael Ojo and Ade Banjor.
He said the suspects were arrested at various locations across the two regions.
“Items retrieved so far from the suspects are one locally manufactured gun, a foreign pistol, a cache of ammunition, two iPhones and four wristwatches.
“One of the stolen vehicles has also been retrieved,” he added.
Supt Obeng said the suspects admitted during interrogations their involvement in robberies over the past few years; they are helping the police in investigations.
“We have made contact with some of the victims as part of our strategy to give them closure with regards to their unpleasant experiences with these armed robbers.
“We would like to commend the Anti-Robbery Squad at the CID Headquarters for leading this operation,” he said.
“All criminals and their cohorts must advise themselves and know that they can run but they can never hide,” he said, adding that the police will do whatever it takes to come after them and bring them to justice.
“We would like to assure the public that the police remain committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all,” he pointed out as he solicited public support in the fight against crime.
By Linda Tenyah-Ayettey