A prison officer and four other people have been arrested. They are believed to be involved in the escape of an inmate from Nsawam Medium Security Prison.
The arrest happened following the inmate's disappearance from the prison facility. Details about how the escape occurred are still being investigated.
The Ghana Prisons Service confirmed the arrests. They stated that the investigation into the incident is active.
Authorities are working to establish the extent of the arrested individuals' involvement. This includes the prison officer on duty at the time of the escape.
The inmate who escaped is currently at large. Efforts are underway by security agencies to recapture the individual.
The service added that further information will be released as the investigation progresses. They assured the public that measures are being reviewed to prevent future escapes.
The motive behind the inmate's escape and the alleged involvement of the arrested persons are the focus of the ongoing inquiry.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about security within correctional facilities in the region.