Police in the Greater Accra Region have apprehended a man accused of being a land guard. He is alleged to have been involved in taking over land illegally.
The suspect is also facing charges for violent assaults related to his alleged land-grabbing activities. These actions have caused distress and loss to landowners.
During the arrest, police recovered multiple weapons from the suspect's possession. The Ghana Police Service stated that the weapons are now evidence in the ongoing investigation.
This operation is part of a wider effort by law enforcement to tackle the persistent problem of land guards operating in the region.
Land guards have been known to intimidate property owners and facilitate illegal development.
The suspect is currently in police custody. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses, according to a Ghana Police Service statement.
Authorities are urging the public to report any such criminal activities to the police.
The arrest aims to bring justice to victims and deter future criminal acts involving land disputes.