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Ahafo Police arrest 3 with firearms, ammunition and drone, foil suspected robbery
February 24, 2026
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Ahafo Police arrest 3 with firearms, ammunition and drone, foil suspected robbery

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Key Points

  • The Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region arrested three suspects for unlawful possession of firearms, ammunition, and drones.
  • Suspects Johnson Mawutor and Kelvin Ofori were initially apprehended on February 22, 2026, after a police chase on an unregistered motorbike.
  • An AK-47 rifle was found on them; a subsequent search at Mawutor's residence uncovered more pistols, ammunition, drones, and communication devices.
  • Preliminary investigations suggest the weapons were acquired from Techiman, Bono East Region, with one suspect, Mohammed Adinan Ussif, currently at large.
  • The arrested suspects are in police custody and expected to be arraigned, with police assuring public safety and urging continued cooperation.

Why This Matters

This incident highlights Ghana's ongoing security challenges, particularly the proliferation of illegal firearms and the increasing sophistication of criminal operations, including the use of drones. It underscores the critical role of law enforcement in safeguarding public safety and maintaining order, while also demonstrating the need for robust inter-regional police cooperation to combat crime effectively across the country.

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