One suspect linked to a robbery incident near Dabanyin, close to Gomoa Buduatta Junction along the Kasoa-Winneba highway in the early hours of Sunday, July 6, 2025, has been arrested by the Central East Regional Police Command.
Mohammed Bello, with four other accomplices who are still on the run, according to reports, robbed drivers and passengers of their belongings, per investigations, and made away with items including mobile phones and an undisclosed amount of money.
Upon the arrest of Bello following his failed attempt to escape, a search on him uncovered GH₵3,740.00 in cash, two Samsung smartphones, a Tecno Spark 20, an Itel keypad phone, an Itel power bank, a lady’s purse, five sticks of cigarettes, a wristwatch, a headset, a mobile phone charger, and a pair of sandals, later identified by one of the victims.
The suspect is currently in custody assisting in investigations while search is underway to arrest the remaining four who are on the run.
During the robbery, four victims sustained gunshot injuries and are currently at the hospital receiving treatment.
The victims expressed gratitude to the Regional Police Command for the arrest and ongoing efforts to apprehend the other suspects.
The Central East Regional Police Command has urged any additional victims to come forward and assist with the investigation. They reassured the public that all involved perpetrators will be arrested and prosecuted.
