Police arrested a 42-year-old man on May 7, 2026. The arrest happened in the Odorkor area.
The man is accused of pretending to be a land guard. He allegedly demanded money from a person building a property.
The Ghana Police Service stated the suspect asked for GHc 5,000 from the developer. This was presented as a fee for land protection.
This action is considered extortion. It is against the law to demand money under false pretenses.
The Odorkor Police are continuing their investigation into the matter. They are looking into the full extent of the suspect's alleged activities.
This incident highlights the issue of land guard activities in some areas. Such activities can disrupt development projects.