Ghana Police Thwart Major Robbery Plot in Obuasi; Two Repeat Offenders Apprehended

The Ghana Police Service has successfully disrupted a high-stakes robbery operation in Obuasi, Ashanti Region, leading to the arrest of two key suspects. Acting on intelligence gathered on April 16, 2026, the Ashanti South Regional Police Intelligence Directorate apprehended Iddrisu Fuseini and Shaibu Mohammed. The duo is believed to be part of a notorious gang responsible for a series of violent crimes in the mining town. Their arrests not only follow a previous successful heist but also prevented an imminent attack on a local distribution company that the gang was actively planning.

Detailed investigations reveal that the suspects were involved in a violent robbery on April 12, 2026, targeting an Indian national. During that incident, the gang made away with GH‵150,000. Police reports indicate that the crime was facilitated by an insider—an employee of the victim named Ibrahim—who provided critical information to the gang. Iddrisu Fuseini was the first to be captured at a hideout in Bedieso, where he admitted his role in the attack. His confession subsequently led the police to Shaibu Mohammed, who was arrested on April 20 and confessed to orchestrating a second planned strike on a nearby business.

The suspects are described as serial offenders, as they are currently facing trial for a separate robbery involving GH‵600,000. This pattern of targeting high-value victims suggests a sophisticated criminal network operating within the Ashanti Region. Despite the arrests of Fuseini and Mohammed, the police have launched a massive manhunt for the remaining members of the syndicate who are still at large. Authorities are also focused on retrieving the firearms used during these operations to prevent further violence.

In a statement following the arrests, the Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents and businesses in Obuasi. They urged the public to remain vigilant and provide any relevant information that could lead to the capture of the remaining suspects. By fostering a collaborative relationship with the community, the police aim to dismantle the gang entirely and restore peace to the area, ensuring that organized criminal activities are dealt with decisively.