The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested three men in connection with the possession and fabrication of locally manufactured pistols in Shiashi, a suburb of Accra.
The suspects, Patrick Gyimah, 24, a dispatch rider from Bawaleshie; Emmanuel Osei Yeboah, 27, an electrical welder from Adenta Commando; and Charles Somuah, 29, a private security guard from Ogbojo, were picked up in separate operations on August 7 and 8, 2025.
Police say a patrol team spotted Gyimah in a secluded area in Shiashi under suspicious circumstances. A search revealed a locally made pistol in his pocket. Gyimah allegedly told police he purchased the weapon from Osei Yeboah and Somuah at East Legon for ₵2,000, paying ₵800 upfront, with the rest due upon receipt of documentation.
Following his arrest, Gyimah led police to the other two suspects. A search of Osei Yeboah’s residence uncovered two more locally made pistols, a toy pistol, a BB 12-bore cartridge, and a jackknife. Osei Yeboah admitted to fabricating the pistols and selling one to Gyimah.
All three have been charged with manufacturing firearms without authority, possession of firearms without authority, and abetment to firearm manufacturing, contrary to the Arms and Ammunition Act 1972 (NRCD 9). They pleaded not guilty in court and were remanded to reappear on August 22, 2025.
Regional Police Commander has urged the public to refrain from engaging in illegal arms activities and to report suspicious persons or behaviour to the nearest police station to help maintain peace and security.
By Peter Quao Adattor
