Mpohor gold shop raid: One suspect arrested, hunt ongoing

Police in the Western Region have taken one person into custody following a violent daylight robbery at a gold-buying shop in the Mpohor District on Saturday, August 16, 2025.

The armed gang stormed the shop, escaping with an unspecified amount of money and leaving one individual injured. Authorities say the victim is receiving medical treatment and is responding well.

In a statement, the Police Public Affairs Unit confirmed that the arrested suspect is cooperating with investigators. A manhunt has also been launched to capture the rest of the attackers.

Superintendent Olivia Ewurabena Adiku, Head of Public Affairs for the region, reassured the public that justice will be served. “We want to assure everyone that the perpetrators will be arrested and prosecuted,”  she said.

Police have appealed to residents to provide any information that could aid in tracking down the fugitives.