Crime
Three suspected robbers killed by police in Tema warehouse shootout
According to the Ghana Police Service, officers from the Tema Regional Command responded swiftly to a distress call on the night of July 21, 2025.
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Crime
14-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Defiled by Multiple Men in Madina
In a statement to the Speaker of Parliament, Mr. Sosu said he had followed up on the disturbing reports by engaging with the Madina Divisional Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service.
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Crime
Two employees busted for plotting robbery against employer
The suspects, identified as Joseph Danso (alias Nana Yaw) and Fauzan Alhassan, were caught on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, while trailing a company dispatch rider transporting funds to a bank in Abossey Okai.
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Courts
Nigerian robber jailed 10 years for hospital robbery
In addition to the prison sentence, the court ordered that Afaku be deported by the Ghana Immigration Service after he completes his jail term.
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Courts
Notorious armed robber jailed 18 years in Upper West
In a major breakthrough announced by the Public Affairs Directorate of the Ghana Police Service, the Upper West Regional Police Command confirmed the arrest and sentencing of 25-year-old Adinan Mahmoud, widely known by his street name “Okra...
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Crime
Police seize excavators in anti-galamsey raid in Samreboï
The operation, spearheaded by the Police Service’s Special Operations Unit, was initiated after actionable intelligence pointed to the movement of illicit mining machinery outside Samreboï, in Ghana’s Western Region.
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Crime
How two Ghanaian women were rescued from kidnappers in Nigeria
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Lydia Yaako Donkor, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), confirmed the rescue, noting that the victims are currently safe and receiving medical treatment in a secured faci...
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Crime
Police Constable interdicted for allegedly scalding colleague with hot water
The incident, which resulted in the victim sustaining injuries to her face and back, prompted authorities to place Constable Alonsi under detention and interdict her from duty while investigations continue.
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General
National Service Authority denies allegation of payroll fraud, ‘ghost names’
In a statement issued on December 16, 2024, the NSA labeled the allegations as “baseless and unfounded,” reiterating its dedication to transparency and accountability in its operations.
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Courts
Lady sues Police and AG over assault in custody
Her lawyer, Mr. Andrew Khartey, has sued the Ghana Police Service (GPS), Corporal Clement Suputour (the officer involved), and the Attorney General (AG) as the legal representatives of the government.
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Crime
Law Clerk arrested over forged judicial documents
Henry Odartey Lamptey, 39, is said to have forged the signatures of the deputy Judicial Secretary and other judges in Adenta and Cape Coast High Courts among others dissolving marriages.
GNA
Crime
Court orders destruction of 256 sacks of cannabis
Police say the destruction had become necessary due to the long period of storage leading to congestion at the Unit.
GNA
Crime
Hail rider 'police man' arrested for shooting man over disputed fare
The incident, which occurred on August 18 followed an alleged confrontation between him and the deceased, Stanley Ahadzi over a disputed fare.
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Business
Piloting of small claims debt recovery courts begin
While launching the debt and claims recovery courts last week, the Chief Justice admitted the surge in small claims cases in Ghana's District Courts, necessitating immediate action.
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General
Ghana Police not recruiting
It notes that the claim, attributed to the Member of Parliament for Wa West, Mr. Peter Toobu is false.
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General
Policeman launches two books on Criminal Investigation, Rights of a suspect
Authored by Detective Sergeant Modestus Amevor of the Ghana Police Service, these books aim to provide valuable insights and guidance for both law enforcement and the general public.
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Crime
Two police inspectors jailed for secessionist activities
Billy Akuaku, who made financial contributions to another group known as Homeland Study Group Foundation (HSGF), was sentenced to five years in prison and fined GH¢6,000.
GNA
General
Review of Rent Act: Dep Housing Minister leads Koforidua retreat
The event brought together officials from the Ministry of Works and Housing, Attorney General’s Department, Rent Control Department, and the Public Service Commission, among others.
Works and Housing Ministry
General
JUSAG marks 50th Anniversary with a health walk
In an address, the National President, Samuel Afotey Otu, emphasized the importance of upholding professional ethics among members and preserving the independence of the judiciary.
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Crime
Police goes after two gunmen for shooting police officers at East Trasacco
The incident happened on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at about 6:00 pm.
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