The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has announced the conviction and sentencing of two men for robbery following investigations and prosecution at the Bekwai Circuit Court.

The convicts, identified as Francis Oppong, also known as Kwame Abuu, a resident of Kyekyewere near Obuasi, and Francis Nyamekye, also known as Amearo, were found guilty after a full trial. They were first arraigned before the court on January 30, 2024.

On January 5, 2026, the court, presided over by His Honour Mr Isaac Appeatu, convicted the two on charges of conspiracy to commit robbery, aiding and abetment of robbery, and robbery, contrary to sections of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960. Francis Oppong was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment with hard labour, while Francis Nyamekye received a 25-year sentence with hard labour. Both have since been transferred to the Kumasi Central Prison to begin serving their sentences.

The convictions relate to a robbery that occurred on December 16, 2023, at Kyekyewere near Obuasi in the Ashanti Region. Police investigations established that the victim, a small-scale miner, was attacked at his residence and mining site by the convicts and other accomplices who remain at large.

According to police findings presented in court, Francis Oppong lived in the same area as the victim and monitored his movements. He was found to have passed information to the robbery gang ahead of the attack.

During the robbery, the victim was assaulted and sustained injuries. The attackers made away with a pump action gun, a Huawei mobile phone valued at GH¢1,200, about 18 pounds of gold valued at approximately GH¢100,000, and cash amounting to GH¢2,000.

Further intelligence-led investigations later led to the arrest of Francis Nyamekye at a private hospital in Obuasi, where he was receiving treatment for gunshot injuries sustained during a separate, failed robbery attempt, according to police.

The Ghana Police Service said the convictions followed thorough investigations and successful prosecution by the Ashanti South Regional Command. Police say efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the remaining accomplices to face justice.

Authorities have reiterated that the outcome reflects the commitment of the police to combating violent crime and bringing offenders before the courts.