The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has advised Ghanaians to prioritise their safety during robbery attacks by avoiding any form of resistance against armed criminals.
He made the remarks on Tuesday, May 19, when the Mobile Money Advocacy Group Ghana presented him with a plaque and citation in recognition of his contribution to crime fighting.
According to the IGP, victims of robbery attacks should cooperate with criminals and hand over whatever items are demanded in order to protect their lives.
“All that we are saying is that to Ghanaians in general, if you are attacked by any criminal, whatever they want from you, just give it out to them. We don’t want anybody to struggle with any criminal when the person confronts you anywhere.
“If it is your mobile phone he wants to take from you, let him take it. If it is your laptop he wants to take, let him take it. If it is your money he wants to take, your life is more precious than these petty-petty items,” he said.
The IGP further assured the public that security agencies remain committed to tracking and arresting perpetrators of violent crimes.
“If you are driving your car and the criminal says he wants it, give it out to him. Let him know that he can take these things but he cannot hide. Security will come after that person,” he stated.
Mr. Yohuno reiterated the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to investigating unresolved crimes and ensuring offenders are brought to justice, stressing that the protection of lives remains the Service’s top priority.
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