The Ghana Police Service has arrested seven suspects, including three military officers and two police personnel, over an alleged armed robbery syndicate linked to attacks in Accra, Tema, Anyinam, Kumasi and Takoradi.
According to the police, the arrests followed investigations into a robbery complaint involving an Ivorian investor who claimed he was lured to Dzorwulu in Accra under the guise of a gold transaction worth US$450,000.
The victim, identified as Mousa Bamba, reportedly travelled to meet individuals who claimed they were selling six kilograms of gold. However, the suspects allegedly posed as CID officers and military personnel before robbing him at gunpoint and fleeing with cash and valuables.
In a Facebook update on Tuesday, May 26, the Ghana Police Service said investigations by the Office of the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector General of Police led to the arrest of Mohammed Umaro, also known as Alhaji, and Gabriel Sewornu, popularly called Dangote.
Security officers allegedly linked to robbery syndicate
Further investigations reportedly uncovered the involvement of serving security officers.
The suspects include Lance Corporal Eugene Akurugu and Lance Corporal Emmanuel Arko, also known as Bullet, who are said to be military personnel.
Police also named Inspector Richmond Osei, Corporal Gideon Anor, and Lance Corporal Felix Deku Tetteyga as officers allegedly connected to the operation.
The Ghana Police Service said the police officers involved have been interdicted to allow investigations to continue.
The development is likely to raise fresh public concerns about criminal infiltration within Ghana’s security services, especially at a time when armed robbery and impersonation cases continue to generate national attention.
Additional suspects arrested in intelligence-led operation
Police said intelligence-led operations conducted on May 23 and May 24, 2026, led to the arrest of additional suspects identified as Justin Oduro, alias Don King or Mafia, Clement Gyasi, and Farouk Zakari.
All suspected armed robbers are currently in police custody, assisting with investigations.
Authorities say efforts are ongoing to track down other accomplices believed to be connected to the alleged robbery network.
Concerns over fake security operations in Ghana
The case also highlights a growing trend in Ghana where criminals allegedly impersonate security personnel during robbery operations, especially in high-value gold and cash transactions.
In recent years, police have repeatedly warned the public and foreign investors to exercise caution when engaging in private gold deals without proper verification and security clearance.
The latest arrests are expected to intensify discussions around internal discipline within the security services and the need for stronger oversight mechanisms.
