This arrest is a part of the Police Service’s ongoing efforts to take care of legislation and order throughout the nation. In a associated improvement, the Police Service additionally secured the conviction of 5 armed robbers accountable for a collection of prison actions within the Ashanti Region.
On Friday, thirtieth August 2024, the Police revealed that the convicted people—Jeffrey Dwomoh, Clifford Opoku, Kwabena Kyei Barfour, Prince Opuni, and Henry Kusi Marfo—had been concerned in a number of robberies and carjacking incidents all through 2023. Dwomoh and Opoku have been every sentenced to 120 years of imprisonment with laborious labour for conspiracy to commit theft and theft. Barfour, convicted of dishonestly receiving stolen objects, obtained a 105-year sentence.
Prince Opuni, who was concerned in reckless and thoughtless driving throughout the incidents, was fined 350 penalty items. If he fails to pay, he’ll serve a 10-month custodial sentence with laborious labour. He was additionally fined GH¢5,000 for inflicting harm to a police car. Meanwhile, Marfo, who provided ammunition for the robberies, was fined 1,050 penalty items, with the choice of a 15-month custodial sentence. He has since paid the nice.
However, the courtroom acquitted two suspects, Richard Dogbatsey and William Ansah, of prices associated to the abetment of theft because of inadequate proof.
The Ghana Police Service continues to induce the general public to stay vigilant and cooperate with legislation enforcement to make sure a safer society.