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Police arrest four suspects over murder of Tanoso chief
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of four people in connection with the murder of the Akwamuhene of Tanoso in the Bono East Region.
The suspects, identified as Issifu Addae, also known as Akwasi Addae, Stephen Gyamfi, Augustine Arhinful, and Martha Mansah, are currently in custody assisting with investigations.
Police said four other individuals have been named as persons of interest and are being pursued.
According to the service, preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased chief had been destooled as the Akwamuhene but reportedly refused to accept the decision.
He was said to have engaged his family in several disputes and court cases over the matter.
The Police Service assured that efforts have been intensified to track down the remaining suspects so they face the full rigours of the law.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and signed by Chief Inspector Brigitte Babanawo, the Public Relations Officer.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Police have arrested two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with the robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea football team that resulted in the death of one of the players.
According to a Police update, the arrests were made after intelligence-led operations by security personnel.
One of the suspects sustained gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with the police.
He has since been taken to a hospital where he is receiving medical treatment, while the other suspect remains in police custody assisting with investigations.
The Police indicated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang linked to the attack.
They assured the public that more details will be provided as investigations progress.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the investiture ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso.
The ceremony follows the re-election of President Sassou N’Guesso for another five year term as leader of the Republic of the Congo.
President Mahama travelled to Brazzaville shortly after launching his Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa.
He is expected to return to Accra after the ceremony scheduled for Thursday morning.
By: Jacob Aggrey
