The Ghana Police Service has arrested two men after intercepting a taxi cab loaded with a large quantity of automobile spare parts suspected to have been stolen during a dawn patrol operation at the Ashaiman Roundabout.
The suspects, identified as John Atsu and Puplampu Jonathan, were arrested at about 2:55 a.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, by a police patrol team led by Chief Inspector Prosper K. Amponsah.
According to a police report, the team was conducting routine night duties when they intercepted the taxi cab at a section of the Ashaiman Roundabout.
A search of the vehicle uncovered a box of clutch boosters, two boxes of fuel injectors, two boxes of mounting top lights, and a pair of headlights.
Police said the two men were unable to provide satisfactory explanations or documentation to establish ownership of the items when questioned, raising suspicion that the spare parts may have been stolen.
The recovered items have been retained as exhibits for further investigations, while photographs have been taken to support the probe.
The suspects have been cautioned and their statements taken separately. They remain in police custody, assisting investigators.
Police have directed the arresting officers to submit detailed statements on the operation as part of the ongoing investigation.
Investigators are expected to visit the suspected crime scene and pursue further leads to identify and arrest any other persons who may be linked to the suspected theft and possession of the recovered items.
Meanwhile, the police are appealing to members of the public who may have information regarding the ownership of the recovered automobile spare parts to come forward and assist with investigations.
The suspects are expected to be processed in accordance with the law as investigations continue.
