A total of six armed robbery suspects who are connected to series of robberies including carjacking in Greater Accra and Central regions have been arrested by the Police.
They include Jibrila Musa, alias Danturi, Hussain Sampa, Daniel Acquah, Anthony Sackey, Michael Ojo and Ade Banjour.
The suspects were arrested at various locations across the two regions between April 15 and 17 following an intelligence-led operation.
A statement signed and issued in Accra yesterday by Supt. Alexander KwakuObeng, Director of Public Affairs, Ghana Police Service, said, the one locally manufactured gun, one foreign pistol, a cache of ammunition, two iPhones and four wrist watches were retrieved from the suspects.
Additionally, it stated that one stolen vehicle had also been retrieved.
The statement said the suspects who have admitted during interrogations to their involvement in robberies over the years were 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,” it added.
The statement advised all criminals and their cohorts against such practices adding that the police would do whatever it takes to chase after them for justice to prevail.
It assured the public that the police was committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all and called for the cooperation of the public.
The statement further commended the Anti-Robbery Squad at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters for leading the operation.
BY TIMES REPORTER