The Ghana Police Service is investigating 88 individuals who were intercepted on two Metro Mass Transit buses at Benchema near Asawinso in the Western North Region on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
According to the police statement, the group was allegedly recruited by one Sammy, who is said to have enlisted them from various suburbs of the Greater Accra Region, including Madina, Oyarifa, and Adenta.
The individuals were reportedly hired to provide security during the upcoming elections in the Western North Region.
The police have assured the public that efforts are underway to locate the recruiter. Meanwhile, the 88 individuals remain in custody to assist with the ongoing investigation.
“Strenuous efforts are underway to get the said Sammy who allegedly recruited these individuals to assist in the conduct of the investigation”, the press stated.
