Police launch manhunt after fatal Offinso highway robbery

The Ashanti North Regional Police Command has initiated a manhunt for suspects believed to be responsible for the killing of a 23-year-old bus conductor during a highway robbery.

The incident occurred on Wednesday when armed assailants attacked a bus traveling through the Offinso South Municipality, resulting in the tragic death of the young conductor. The attack has intensified concerns over security among residents in the affected communities.

In a statement, the police assured the public of enhanced security operations along major highways within the region. Measures being implemented include intensified highway patrols, the establishment of mobile checkpoints, and the deployment of rapid response teams to swiftly address emergencies.

The Command emphasized that investigations into the robbery and killing are ongoing. They also appealed to members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist in apprehending the perpetrators.