Police Kill Three Suspects, Recover Weapons
Three suspected armed robbers were killed in a gun battle with the Tema Regional Police Command in Kpone, near Tema, on July 21, 2025, following a distress call about a robbery at a warehouse in the Tema Industrial Area. The police, responding to a report of ten armed men, engaged in a shootout, fatally wounding three suspects, while others fled. Some possibly injured.
A statement by ASP Dede Dzakpasu of the Public Affairs Unit detailed that the Kpone District Command’s patrol team confronted the suspects, recovering a Bruni mod foreign pistol, a locally made double-barreled pistol, and live ammunition. The deceased were moved to the Police Hospital morgue for identification and autopsy, with investigations ongoing to apprehend the escapees.
The police commended the Kpone District Command for their swift response, which prevented further looting. The incident follows a pattern of armed robberies in Tema, with a similar July 2024 warehouse attack injuring two guards. The Ghana Police Service has intensified patrols in industrial areas, citing a 10% rise in such crimes in 2025.
Community leaders in Kpone urged residents to report any suspicious activities, while the police assured them of continued efforts to maintain safety. The operation highlights ongoing challenges with armed robbery in Greater Accra, prompting calls for enhanced security measures in industrial zones to protect businesses and workers.