The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with a robbery incident at Wassa Afransie in the Western Region. The suspects, identified as Felix Adjei, Emmanuel Kelvin, and Kofi Appiah, allegedly robbed employees of Mas Palasco Gold Buying Limited of gold valued at GHS 199,000 and other valuables.
The robbery occurred on April 4, 2025, when armed men ambushed the company’s vehicle, making away with 14 pounds of gold, two mobile phones, and an unregistered Toyota Corolla. The vehicle was later found abandoned in a nearby community. According to preliminary investigations, Kofi Appiah, a driver for the company, was involved in the robbery.
Following an intelligence-led operation, the suspects were arrested at their respective hideouts. Police recovered a Jojeff pump-action gun, a Calymm PDS pistol, and other firearms, as well as GHS 65,000 in cash believed to be proceeds from the robbery. The suspects are currently in police custody and will face justice.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
