The Eastern Regional Police Command has deployed additional personnel to track a gang of armed robbers accused of targeting travelers on the highway connecting Koforidua and Akyem Tafo. According to a MyJoyOnline report published shortly after the incident, the suspected criminals intercepted three commercial vehicles and robbed passengers of various personal belongings and cash.
Police officials stated in a Citi Newsroom report that the tactical units have intensified their patrols along known crime hotspots within the region to prevent further incidents. The security agency remains focused on apprehending the individuals responsible for the alleged highway ambushes that occurred during the evening hours.
A GhanaWeb report indicates that the victims were mainly traders and commuters traveling within the Eastern Region when the armed group emerged from nearby bushes to block the road. The Eastern Regional Police Public Relations Department confirmed that specialized units are currently following leads to identify the suspects involved in the violent property crime.
Authorities have urged residents and drivers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. While no arrests have been made at this time, the Ghana Police Service has assured the public that security measures are being reinforced across the major transport corridors in the Eastern Region to ensure the safety of all road users.