49-year-old man arrested for threatening High Court judge in viral video
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Police identified the suspect as John Kwabena Owusu Ansah. He was arrested on Thursday, 27 March 2026, at Antoakrom in the Ashanti Region after what police described as an intelligence-led operation.
A 49-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a viral video in which threats were made against a High Court judge, the Ghana Police Service has said.
Police identified the suspect as John Kwabena Owusu Ansah. He was arrested on Thursday, 27 March 2026, at Antoakrom in the Ashanti Region after what police described as an intelligence-led operation.
The video, which circulated widely online, allegedly contained threats, abusive language and accusations of criminal conduct against Her Ladyship Justice Patricia Quansah.
Police said the content of the video raised concerns about the judge’s safety and the image of the judiciary.
According to the police, officers from the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team carried out the arrest after gathering intelligence over a period of time.
The suspect is currently in police custody and is assisting with investigations. He is expected to be put before the court.
