Two men suspected of armed robbery have been killed in Kumasi. The Ashanti Regional Police Command confirmed the incident took place following a shootout with police officers.
The Ghana Police Service stated that the deceased were believed to be involved in a series of robbery incidents within the Kumasi area.
Details of the exact location and time of the shootout were provided by the police.
Authorities indicated that the suspects were confronted by police during an operation.
A shootout then occurred between the suspects and the police officers.
The police command stated that during the exchange of gunfire, the two suspects sustained fatal injuries.
The police are continuing their investigation into the suspects' alleged criminal activities.
Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the confrontation are being gathered.