Five persons have been arrested by the Ghana Police Service in East Legon, Accra. They are suspected of being land guards operating in the area.
The arrests were made after residents reported incidents of intimidation and violence. These actions were reportedly related to ongoing land disputes.
Police have not released the names of the arrested individuals. No specific details about the alleged violent acts have been made public yet.
The operation is part of broader efforts to curb illegal land guarding activities. These activities often disrupt development and create insecurity.
The suspects are currently in police custody. They are expected to be processed according to the law.
Further investigations will determine the extent of their involvement and any additional charges.
Land guard activities have been a recurring problem in parts of Accra. The police continue to address these issues through targeted operations.