Police arrest 8 persons for attacking Metro Mass workshop in Sunyani
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In a statement released on Tuesday, the Police confirmed that the arrests occurred on Monday, December 9, after the suspects reportedly trespassed onto the workshop premises unlawfully.
The Ghana Police Service has detained eight individuals in connection with an alleged attack on the Metro Mass Transit workshop in Sunyani, located in the Bono Region.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Police confirmed that the arrests occurred on Monday, December 9, after the suspects reportedly trespassed onto the workshop premises unlawfully.
The accused allegedly intimidated and threatened workers, compelling them to leave their offices. The individuals arrested were identified as Issakah Taufiq, Abudu Isaiah, Abdul Latif Mohammed, Mohammed Azandoro, Alhassan Issah, Amadu Mohammed, Abdulai Adams, and Abdulai Ibrahim.
According to the statement, the Police Rapid Response Team responded swiftly to a distress call from the workshop, leading to the immediate apprehension of the suspects.
The Police also revealed that this latest operation has brought the total number of individuals arrested for offenses related to attacks, looting, and property destruction to 97.
The suspects remain in custody while investigations are ongoing. The Police reiterated their dedication, alongside other security agencies, to ensuring peace and security in communities nationwide.
