The Western North Regional Police Command has arrested two individuals for illegal possession and discharge of firearms at a funeral in the region.
The incident occured at Attakron near Bibiani in the region on March 14, 2025.
The suspects were captured in a viral video recklessly firing the firearms.
The police explained that the suspects, along with others who are currently at large, fired the weapons without lawful authority.
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 3, 2025, the police said the suspects, Frank Afoko, 41, and Kojo Agyapong, 31, were apprehended on April 2, around 2:00 pm by the Police Intelligence Department with support from the Formed Police Unit.
During interrogation, the suspects admitted to being the individuals captured in the footage.
Both suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with further investigations.
The statement indicated that efforts are being made to locate and arrest the remaining suspects.
The Western North Regional Police Command has however, reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining public safety.
They have also urged citizens to provide any information that could aid in apprehending the other suspects.
From Emmanuel Opoku, Takoradi