The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven police personnel in connection with an alleged extortion incident in Accra.
In a press release issued on September 16, 2026, the Service stated that the personnel, who were members of a patrol team, are alleged to have demanded money from their victim and compelled him to withdraw the amount from an ATM for them.
The interdicted officers are Inspector Courage Boateng, General Sergeant Stephen Addo, General Corporal Moses Anyravi, General Corporal Prosper Adiabo, General Lance Corporal Samuel Anokye, General Constable Henrietta Coleman, and General Constable Bernard Amoako.
The interdiction is to make way for an ongoing investigation by the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB).
The Ghana Police Service assured the public that the matter will be thoroughly investigated and appropriate action taken based on the outcome of the investigations.
The statement was signed by Richmond Mensah, Deputy Superintendent of Police and Staff Officer, Public Affairs.
