Crime
Police investigate murder of retired veterinary officer in Sampa
Police say the deceased, a native of Berekum, was discovered lying face down with multiple gunshot wounds.
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Supreme Court Defines Limits of "Public Service," Denies Enhanced Pension to Former State Attorney
The Supreme Court, in a judgment authored by Justice Mensah, rejected the "Commercial Venture" Test argument. The Court held that the legal status of an entity is determined by its "pith and substance" and the statutes governing it, rather...
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Crime
Attempted robbers of Court of Appeal Justice arrested, hospitalized in Kumasi
The suspects, Patrick Alor (23) and Akwasi Gyamfi (21), sustained gunshot injuries and are receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) under police guard.
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Courts
Kumasi court bails former MCE, 8 others GH¢800K bail over state land deal
The former MCE, Alhaji Alidu Seidu, and the others are alleged to have conspired to dispose of 10.54 acres of public land at Buoban, a suburb of Kumasi, which had been reserved for a health facility.
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18-year-old granted bail over alleged Ridge Hospital security assault
The court granted him bail of GH¢20,000 with two sureties and adjourned proceedings to 15 April 2026.
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Crime
Soldier arrested over alleged gun sales to civilians in Ashanti Region
Warrant Officer Class II David Kofi Brew, of the 4th Battalion of Infantry in Kumasi, was picked up on Tuesday 16 December 2025 at about 14:30 GMT at the Bekwai Shell Filling Station
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Courts
Man accused of Impersonating police officer at ShattaFest Concert appears in court
Akoto Nelson, 34, is accused of posing as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) while wearing a police camouflage uniform at the “ShattaFest Concert” on 19 October 2025.
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Crime
Police interdict officers caught on video taking money from motorists
In a statement signed by Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, Public Relations Officer for the Command, police authorities confirmed that the officers in question have been identified and temporarily relieved of their duties
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Crime
Police probe mysterious death of woman found hanging in Sunyani home
The deceased, identified as Cynthia Boahemaa, was found on Saturday, 25 October 2025, according to a police statement signed by Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, Public Relations Officer for the regional command.
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Courts
Kaneshie District court adjourns murder case of Immigration officer to Nov 4
The adjournment, which took place on Wednesday, October 22, followed a formal request from the police for a warrant to arrest an additional suspect believed to be on the run.
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Crime
Fake police officer arrested at Black Star Square concert
The suspect was apprehended by officers from the National Operations Directorate (NOD) Surveillance Unit on Sunday, October 19, 2025, after he was seen wearing a police uniform bearing the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) an...
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Courts
Immigration Officer murder case adjourned as police await forensic evidence
During Thursday’s proceedings, prosecutors informed the court that the pending laboratory and medical results are essential to finalising the case docket, which will then be submitted to the Attorney-General’s Department for further legal a...
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Crime
25-year-old woman on bail over GH¢220,000 theft allegations
The accused, said to have diverted funds belonging to Krystle Ababio, Chief Executive Officer of Vexxels Garment located at Dansoman, had first appeared before the court on September 10, 2025.
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Crime
Kadjebi: One breakaway suspect re-arrested, other on the run
According to Superintendent Frank Nana Asomaning, District Police Commander, the escape occurred when the suspects overpowered the only officer on duty, a female constable, and forced their way out after damaging the cell door.
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Crime
Fetish priest flees shrine as anti-galamsey task force storms Ankobra River
According to Brigadier General Musah Whajah (Rtd.), the Western Regional National Security Liaison Officer, operations will continue until visible improvements are seen in the river’s condition.
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Crime
Sampa chieftaincy clash leaves one dead police officer injured
The long-standing chieftaincy conflict at Sampa in the Jaman North District of the Bono Region turned violent on Wednesday, when opposing factions engaged in a gun battle.
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Crime
Case of murdered immigration officer adjourned to August 8
The District Court has rescheduled the case concerning the alleged killing of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah. Investigations remain ongoing, and the key suspect is still in custody.
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Courts
Ablekuma North rerun:Interdicted police officer charged for assault
A statement issued by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, head of the Command’s Public Affairs Unit, confirmed that officers are actively reviewing video evidence that captured scenes of chaos and attacks at various polling stations. Statements a...
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Crime
Lower McCarthy Hill: Policeman stabbed by suspected criminal
The incident occurred as Sammy was escorting his children to school. According to eyewitnesses, a man known in the area for criminal activity ambushed him with a knife.
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Courts
Chairman Wontumi's aide convicted for bribery in mining licence scheme, fined GHS 200k
Owusu, the second accused in the case of The Republic v. Charles Bissue & Another, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, following a plea agreement struck under Section 71 of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959).
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