The Eastern South Regional Police Command, in collaboration with a team from the National Operations Directorate, has arrested 258 suspects in connection with the violent disturbances that occurred at Nsawam-Adoagyiri on July 7, 2026.
According to the Police, preliminary investigations indicate that some youth allegedly looted shops, set fire to an ECG transformer, vandalised the Oko Anadwo Palace and an astroturf facility, and robbed mobile money vendors, causing widespread fear and panic in the community.
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During the operation, officers retrieved two locally manufactured firearms, quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, suspected tramadol and Viagra tablets, and several mobile phones.
The suspects are currently in Police custody, assisting with investigations.
The Eastern South Regional Police Command said adequate security measures remain in place to safeguard lives and property.
It urged anyone with information that could assist the investigation to report to the nearest police station and cautioned residents, particularly the youth, to remain law-abiding and refrain from acts that threaten public peace and security.
