Two men are in custody after an armed robbery attack on the Kwafokrom GOIL Filling Station near Nsawam, while police hunt for a third accomplice still on the run.
The Eastern South Regional Police Command arrested Amos Boame and Collins Adjei following investigations into the robbery, which occurred on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
According to a statement released on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, by DSP David Fianko-Okyere of the Public Affairs Unit, the suspects stormed the station and opened fire after workers took refuge in an office. A security guard and a pump attendant were shot and injured in the attack.
The robbers made off with GH¢13,460 in cash before fleeing the scene.
Police say items retrieved from the suspects and held as exhibits include: one alder tupal pump-action gun, serial number 245A-12944 , one electronic shocker , one cutlass and one bulletproof vest.
Investigators who processed the scene also recovered 19 spent cartridges and one live round of ammunition.
The injured victims are receiving treatment and are reported to be in stable condition.
Police are now pursuing a third suspect identified only as “Ashivie,” who is believed to have played a key role in the robbery. The Command says efforts are ongoing to dismantle the entire network.
“We entreat residents to remain calm,” DSP Fianko-Okyere said. “Police, in collaboration with filling station managers, have put robust security measures in place to prevent further occurrences.”