The Ghana Police Service issued a formal security advisory to residents and motorists within the East Legon enclave following a series of sophisticated vehicle thefts. A report from Modern Ghana indicates that the criminal syndicate operates by intentionally causing minor rear end collisions to force drivers out of their cars. Once the victim exits the vehicle to inspect the damage the suspects forcefully seize the car and escape the scene.
Intelligence gathered by the Greater Accra Regional Police Command suggests that at least three separate incidents involving this specific method of operation occurred within the last week. A GhanaWeb report corroborated these findings noting that the criminals often target high value SUVs and luxury sedans during the evening hours. Local security patrols have been intensified in response to these developments according to official police communication.
While Modern Ghana reported that the suspects remain at large the police have urged the public to remain vigilant. Security experts quoted in a Citi Newsroom report advised drivers to keep their doors locked and windows rolled up after any suspicious minor accident in isolated areas. Authorities recommend that motorists drive to the nearest police station or a well lit public space before attempting to engage with the other party involved in a collision.
Official statements from the police divisional headquarters confirm that investigations are currently underway to identify the members of the syndicate. As of the time of this report no specific arrests have been confirmed by the authorities. The police have requested that anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspected stolen vehicles or the perpetrators should contact the nearest police station or use the emergency toll free lines provided by the state.