The Ghana Police Service announced that an operation has disrupted an armed robbery group on the Obuasi-Dunkwa Highway. This action was carried out by the Ashanti South Regional Police Command.
The police engaged the suspected robbers over two days, March 10 and 11, 2026. During the engagement, two individuals were killed.
Authorities stated that several other suspects were arrested during this operation. The police command had been tracking the gang due to its activities along the highway.
Weapons were retrieved from the scene by the police. The retrieved items are expected to be part of the ongoing investigation.
This operation followed specific intelligence gathered by the police about the gang's movements and criminal activities. The police work to ensure safety for travelers.