Police in the Ashanti Region have apprehended an individual connected to a fire at the Kejetia Market. The blaze recently damaged a section of the popular trading hub in Kumasi.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command confirmed the arrest. The suspect is now assisting police with their ongoing inquiries into the incident.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Authorities are working to gather more information to understand how the fire started.
The Kejetia Market is a vital commercial center for Kumasi and the wider region. Fires in such areas can cause significant economic disruption.
Officials are committed to a thorough investigation to ascertain the facts surrounding the fire. Further details will be released as they become available from police statements.