Police officers have shot and killed a suspected thief in Kumasi. The incident happened in the Santasi area.

The Ghana Police Service stated that the suspect had attacked and injured a police officer. This happened before the shooting.

Authorities believe the suspect was part of a gang involved in several robberies. The robberies were ongoing in the region.

The police responded to the situation. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation has been launched into the incident by the Ghana Police Service. The full circumstances are being reviewed.

Details on any legal action or further arrests were not immediately available following the police operation.