Police have arrested two suspects at the Ashaiman Roundabout for possession of automobile spare parts suspected to have been stolen.
The duo, identified as John Atsu and Jonathan Puplampu, were apprehended at about 2:55 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, during a dawn patrol operation led by Chief Inspector Prosper Amponsah.
Police report indicates the patrol team was undertaking routine night duties when they intercepted a taxi cab loaded with several automobile spare parts at a section of the Ashaiman Roundabout.
A box of clutch boosters, two boxes of fuel injectors, two boxes of mounting top lights and a pair of headlights were uncovered upon a search of the vehicle.
According to the police, the two could not provide satisfactory explanations or documentation to establish ownership of the items when probed, raising suspicion that the spare parts may have been stolen.
Police have since retained the recovered items as exhibits for further investigations, while photographs have been taken to support the investigation.
The suspects have been cautioned and their statements taken separately. They remain in police custody, assisting investigators.
Police have also directed the arresting officers to submit detailed statements on the operation as part of the ongoing investigation.
Investigators are expected to visit the suspected crime scene and pursue further leads to identify and arrest any other persons who may be linked to the suspected theft and possession of the recovered items.
Meanwhile, the police are appealing to members of the public who may have information regarding the ownership of the recovered automobile spare parts to come forward to assist with investigations.
The suspects are expected to be processed in accordance with the law as investigations continue.
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