The Ghana Police Service issued a statement confirming that an intelligence led operation resulted in the deaths of two suspected armed robbers. According to the official police report the encounter took place at a hideout in the Bono East Region where the suspects were reportedly planning further criminal activities.
Modern Ghana reports that the specialized intelligence units tracked the suspects to their location after a series of investigations into recent robberies within the region. The police account states that the suspects opened fire on the officers upon their arrival which led to an immediate exchange of gunfire.
The suspects were wounded during the shootout and subsequently succumbed to their injuries as reported by Citi Newsroom. Police recovered weapons and ammunition from the scene which have been taken into evidence for further analysis and ballistic testing according to the Ghana Police Service.
Graphic Online notes that the bodies of the deceased suspects have been deposited at a local morgue for autopsy and identification. The police administration has praised the intelligence unit for their bravery and has urged the public to continue providing information that assists in maintaining public safety in the Bono East Region.