Eight Suspected Highway Robbers Arrested in Ashanti North – One Shot Dead During Police Raid
The Ashanti North Regional Police Command has arrested eight suspected highway robbers in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on March 26, 2026, along the Mampong-Ejura Highway.
The incident involved six armed men who attacked a minibus carrying 14 passengers at Aframso Bridge, robbing them of cash and mobile phones.
Acting on intelligence, a special operations team conducted a raid on March 30, 2026, at Amakwa Dadey Hotel in the area, where the suspects were allegedly sharing the proceeds of the robbery.
During the operation, one suspect, Ibrahim Iddrisu (43), attempted to attack a police officer with a cutlass and seize the officer’s weapon. He was shot by police and later died while receiving treatment at Jamasi Pope John Paul Hospital.
The eight suspects (including the deceased) are:
- Amidu Sajo, 42
- Ibrahim Sule, 36
- Karim Hadu, 40
- Malik Jibrilla, 38
- Yusifa Asakoko, 23
- Umaru Issifu, 20
- Damani Yamba, 36
- Ibrahim Iddrisu, 43 (deceased)
Police recovered GH¢15,717 in cash, three cutlasses, two AK-47 live rounds, mobile phones, a talisman, and other items from the scene.
The Ashanti North Regional Police Command confirmed that investigations are ongoing to apprehend additional suspects and recover remaining weapons.
Authorities have urged residents and road users to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies in the fight against highway robberies.
