The Ghana Prisons Service has confirmed that an inmate has escaped from the Osu Maximum Security Prison in Accra. The escape occurred recently, prompting an immediate search operation.
The inmate has been identified as Kwesi Mensah. He was serving a prison sentence for robbery charges. Details surrounding the exact time and method of his escape are currently under investigation.
A manhunt involving multiple police units has been launched across Accra and surrounding areas. Authorities are urging anyone with information on Mensah's whereabouts to contact them immediately.
The public is advised to exercise caution and report any sightings of the escaped inmate to the nearest police station. The Ghana Police Service is leading the operation to ensure public safety and recapture Mensah.