A 35-year-old man named Yaw Francis has been arrested for attempting to steal a flagpole from the Ghana Immigration Service’s Divisional Command in Kasoa, Central Region. The incident occurred at midnight on September 3, 2024, when the suspect tried to sneak into the office premises to steal the flagpole. His actions were quickly detected by officers on duty, who gave him a chase and arrested him.
The officers successfully retrieved the pole and handed the suspect over to the police. Yaw Francis is currently in custody at the Kasoa Under Bridge Police station, assisting with investigations into the theft.
Kasoa Central Sector Commander, ACI Fati Yarah, expressed concern over the recurring theft of items at the Immigration office and disclosed that security has since been enhanced to prevent further incidents.
This bold but unsuccessful attempt highlights the need for increased vigilance at public institutions, especially with multiple thefts occurring in recent months.