The Ghana Police Service has arrested Joseph Mensah and Ebenezer Opoku. Mensah is described as a notorious land guard. Opoku is his accomplice. This arrest is linked to recent demolitions in Kasoa.
The Central Regional Police Command made the arrests. The suspects are now assisting police with their inquiries. Details about the specific demolitions they are connected to have not yet been fully released.
Land guards are individuals who use force or intimidation to claim ownership of land. Their activities can often lead to violence and illegal construction or destruction of property. The police aim to curb such unlawful actions.
The police have not yet specified the exact date or locations of the demolitions. They are gathering more information from the arrested individuals. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
This action by the police shows their commitment to addressing land guard activities. These groups often disrupt development and cause distress to property owners.
The purpose of land guards is to illegally control land resources. Their actions are a threat to law and order in many communities. The police continue their efforts to remove these criminal elements.
The suspects are currently in police custody. They will face legal proceedings once investigations are complete. The Ghana Police Service remains dedicated to ensuring public safety and security across the region.