The Eastern South Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with an armed robbery at the Kwafokrom GOIL Filling Station near Nsawam in the Eastern Region.
The suspects, identified as Amos Boame and Collins Adjei, were arrested following investigations into the robbery that occurred on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
A police statement issued on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and signed by DSP David Fianko-Okyere, said the suspects shot and injured a security guard and a pump attendant during the attack. The victims had taken refuge in an office within the filling station. Both victims are currently receiving treatment and are in stable condition.
Police disclosed that the suspects made away with cash amounting to GH¢13,460.00.
During investigations, officers retrieved several items believed to have been used in the robbery. The recovered exhibits include:
An Alder Tupal pump-action gun with serial number 245A-12944
One electronic shocker
A cutlass
A bulletproof vest
Investigators also recovered 19 spent cartridges and one live round of ammunition at the scene.
The police statement added that efforts are ongoing to arrest another accomplice identified only as Ashivie, who is believed to have played a role in the robbery.
The Eastern South Regional Police Command has assured residents and business operators in the area of enhanced security measures to prevent further incidents.
“Residents are entreated to remain calm as police, in collaboration with the Filling Station Managers, have put up robust security measures to prevent further occurrence,” DSP David Fianko-Okyere stated.
