Two people have been remanded by an Accra Circuit Court. They are accused of stealing a large amount of petrol.
The stolen fuel was 54,000 litres of petrol. Its value is GH₵932,040, according to court documents.
The suspects are also accused of setting fire to the tanker truck. This tanker was transporting the fuel.
The incident involved the theft of fuel and a subsequent fire. The details of how the fire started are part of the ongoing investigation.
The Accra Circuit Court heard the case. The prosecution presented the charges against the two accused individuals.
The court did not take a plea from the accused. They will remain in custody while the investigation continues.
Police are continuing their investigation into the matter. They are gathering more evidence related to the alleged theft and the fire.
The case highlights the risks associated with fuel theft. Authorities are working to ensure the safety of fuel transportation.