The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested six suspects believed to be part of a robbery and gang rape syndicate operating in Juaso in the Ashanti Region.
According to the Police the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation, during which police retrieved 49 mobile phone covers, a bayonet case, a green dress resembling a military uniform, and a photograph showing the alleged leader dressed in military-style camouflage.
A Toyota RAV4 vehicle suspected of being used in the group’s operations was also seized.
Police say the suspects admitted their involvement during interrogation. They were arraigned before the court on January 12, 2026, and remanded into lawful custody to reappear on January 28, 2026, as investigations continue.
The Ghana Police Service in a post on X stated, “POLICE ARREST SIX SUSPECTS IN ROBBERY AND GANG RAPE CASE IN JUASO
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command, through an intelligence-led operation, has arrested six suspects believed to be members of a robbery and gang rape syndicate operating in Juaso in the Ashanti Region.
The suspects, identified as David Adusah, also known as Vibes; Samuel Amantor, also known as Road; Andrew Odei, also known as Salinco; Sharif Mohammed, also known as Isco; Joseph Addo, also known as Moves; and Chidi Arinze, also known as Orga Happiness, were arrested on 8th January 2026.
Searches conducted at the suspects’ residences led to the retrieval of forty-nine mobile phone covers, a bayonet case, a green dress resembling a military uniform, and a photograph showing the alleged leader of the group dressed in military-style camouflage. A Toyota RAV4 vehicle, believed to have been used by the group during their operations, was also retrieved and impounded.
During interrogation, the suspects admitted their involvement in the reported cases.
On 12th January 2026, the suspects were put before the court and remanded into lawful custody to reappear on 28th January 2026 to allow the police to complete investigations.
The Ghana Police Service assures the public that investigations are ongoing, and all persons found culpable will be made to face the full rigours of the law”,the post added.
In related news, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted seventeen Police Officers in recognition of their exemplary conduct, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
IGP Yohuno promoted the officers to their next ranks today, 14th January 2026.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2025, the Police service in a post on social media stated, “The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on 14th January 2026, promoted seventeen Police Officers, including two(2) Senior Officers, to their next ranks in recognition of their exemplary conduct, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
The promotions were granted in appreciation of the officers’ distinguished performance in the discharge of their responsibilities, particularly their commitment to operational excellence, discipline, and service to the nation.
The gesture forms part of the Service’s broader effort to motivate personnel who demonstrate outstanding commitment and integrity in the line of duty.
They encouraged all personnel of the Service to continue upholding the highest standards of professionalism, loyalty, and service to the public”.
See the post below:
POLICE ARREST SIX SUSPECTS IN ROBBERY AND GANG RAPE CASE IN JUASO
— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) January 15, 2026
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command, through an intelligence led operation, has arrested six suspects believed to be members of a robbery and gang rape syndicate operating in Juaso in the Ashanti Region. pic.twitter.com/xKyfDM6iBc