Some of the impounded motorbikes
SEVENTEEN MOTORBIKES, two rickshaws and two tricycles have been impounded by the Tafo-Pankrono Divisional Police during a security exercise.
The security operation was conducted at Krofrom, Moshie Zongo and Atimatim, all within the jurisdiction of the Tafo-Pankrono Division, around 7:30am on December 12, 2023.
Carried out by the Tafo-Pankrono Divisional Patrol Team, led by the Divisional Commander, ACP Stephen Kwakye, the exercise was to help reduce crime in the area, as Christmas approaches.
According to a police report, the owners of the impounded motorbikes, rickshaws and tricycles have been asked to produce documents covering them before it would be released to them.
“On 12/12/2023 at 0730hrs55, Tafo-Pankrono Divisional Commander, ACP/Mr. Stephen Kwakye led Tafo-Pankrono Divisional patrol teams to embark on motorbikes operation within its area of responsibility and this includes Krofrom, Moshie Zongo and Atimatim.
“The exercise was conducted as a measure to curb violent crime before, during and after this Christmas festivity.
“At the end of the exercise, seventeen (17) motorbikes, two (2) rickshaws and two (2) tricycles were impounded at the station”, the police document, seen by the DAILY GUIDE, said.
The statement also said, “Owners of these exhibits have been tasked to avail documents covering it” before they would be released to them, adding that the exercise was to help reduce crime.
FROM I.F. Joe Awuah Jnr., Kumasi