The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrest of five individuals suspected of operating as land guards within the East Legon area of the Greater Accra Region. According to a statement issued by the police and reported by 3News, the suspects were detained following allegations of physical assault against workers at a private construction site. The individuals reportedly targeted the site due to a long-standing dispute over the ownership of the parcel of land.
Reports from Citi Newsroom indicate that the suspects allegedly destroyed several building materials and partially completed structures during the incursion. Witnesses at the scene reported that the group used various tools to dismantle masonry work while threatening the site developer. The Ghana Police Service stated that officers were dispatched immediately upon receiving emergency calls to restore order and prevent further damage to property.
The identities of the five suspects have not been officially released to the public as of the time of this report. According to a GhanaWeb article, the police are currently conducting a screening process to determine if the individuals are linked to other land-related crimes in the region. The suspects remain in police custody pending further investigation and formal charging before a court of competent jurisdiction.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to curbing the activities of land guards which have become a significant concern in various parts of Accra. The Ghana Police Service warned the public against using illegal force to settle land disputes and encouraged aggrieved parties to use the judicial system. Legal experts cited by Pulse Ghana noted that such offenses often involve charges of causing unlawful damage and assault battery.