Ellen Agbavor
The Ghana Police Service has arrested four suspect linked with the robbery and fatal shooting of the father- in- law of Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of GOLDBOD, following a coordinated intelligence- led operation.
Speaking at a press briefing at the regional police headquarters, Kumasi, Inspector General of Police Mr Christian Tetteh Yohonu assured Ghanaians that the service remains resolute in its fight against violent crime and will relentlessly pursue criminal networks across the country.
“As i have always assured the good people of Ghana, my team and i remain committed to ensuring that we make life uncomfortable for criminal elements in the country,” Mr. Yohonu said.
“No matter how far they run or how much they hide, we will continue to persue them, dismantle their activities and bring them to justice.”
Mr. Yohonu, stated that the incident occurred on February 10, 2026, Owhim Tigo Junction, where the victim, identified sd Andrews Amankwah, was attacked during a robbery and his Toyota Hilux vehicle taken. He later passed on at the hospital after being rushed for medical attention.
Police investigations began immediately after the report, with a special team comprising the Ashanti Regional Command, the Regional Intelligence Unit, he Anti – Robbery Squad and the Cyber Vetting Team from CID Headquarters deployed to track the suspects.
The first breakthrough came on February 18, with the arrest of Akwasi Manu, who was found with a mobile phone belonging to the deceased. He has since been arraigned before the Asokwa Circuit Court abd remanded into custody.
Subsequent intelligence operations led to the arrest of Bashiru Tanko at Atonsu High School Junction, followed by Kwadwo Amponsah and Emmanuel Kwame Appiah at Hwereso near Boankra and Danyame Soldier Barracks in Kumasi.
A fifth suspect, believed to be the gang leader, died from injuries sustained during the police operation.
According to the investigators the group forms part of a larger criminal syndicate that specialises in stealing pick ‘ up trucks and Land Cruiser vehicles, which are then transported and sold through local and international contacts.
The network had also been linked to similar robberies in Tarkwa and other parts of the Ashanti Region.
Police disclosed that the suspects typically monitored their targets before striking and used threats or violence to seize vehicles when victims resisted.
The IGPextended condolences to the bereaved family, including Mr. Gyamfi and his relatives, praised officers and members of the public whose cooperation aided the arrest.
Mr. Yohonu reiterated the Service’s warning to criminal groups nationwide.
“To the criminals out there, take note: we will leave nno stone unturned. By every legal means possible, we will persue you, arrest you and bring you to Justice,” He added.
Police say investigations are ongoing as efforts continue to dismantle the broader network linked to the attack.
He commended the various teams that worked on the operation as well a members of the public who assisted with critical information leading to their arrest.
