The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a key suspect in connection with 12 stolen motorbikes in Accra.
A statement issued by the police said the suspect, Emmanuel Akanpatiba, was picked up on June 24 after a resident of Madina reported the theft of his red Royal motorbike from his home.
Acting on intelligence, officers traced the stolen motorbike to the suspect, who, during interrogation, admitted to the crime and identified his accomplice as Israel Fredrick Lomotey, currently on the run.
Investigations uncovered a wider network involving at least 12 motorbike thefts in areas including Madina, Adenta, Lapaz, and Teshie.
According to Emmanuel, the motorbikes are transported to the Agbogbloshie Onion Market and sold to known receivers identified as Nurudeen, Ali, and Inusah.
Mr. Akanpatiba confessed to breaking the steering locks of the motorbikes before transporting them to Agbogbloshie.
The stolen bikes were reportedly sold for between GH¢2,000 and GH¢3,000, depending on the year of registration.
Meanwhile, the police have assured that efforts are underway to arrest the remaining accomplices and recover more stolen bikes.
They have urged the public to properly secure their motorbikes and valuables and report suspicious activity to the nearest police station.
Source: Adomonline.com
