The Tema Regional Police Command has successfully foiled an attempted robbery at Community 24 within the Adjei-Kojo District in the Ashaiman Division of the Tema Region.
On Sunday, 21st December 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., the Ashaiman Divisional Police Intelligence Team received information about an ongoing robbery at a private residence in Community 24. Acting promptly, the police moved to the scene to intervene.
Upon arrival, officers encountered six young men wearing face masks and hoodies, armed with machetes, firearms, and other offensive weapons. The suspects opened fire on the police, who returned fire. During the exchange, three of the suspects were fatally wounded and later succumbed to their injuries. The remaining three suspects, believed to have sustained gunshot wounds, managed to flee the scene.
The police retrieved the following items from the scene: three face masks, three machetes, and one unregistered Royal 125 motorbike. The bodies of the deceased suspects have been conveyed to the Police Hospital for preservation, identification, and autopsy.
Hospitals and health facilities in the area have been alerted to notify the police immediately should any males report with gunshot wounds.
The statement, signed by the Head of Public Affairs, ASP Dede Dzakpasu, commended the operational team for their swift and decisive action and encouraged the public to continue providing timely information to support the maintenance of peace and security.
By Peter Quao Adattor
