They say the area has become a hub for armed robbers, making it dangerous for people to walk around at night.

Patience Mensah, a resident and trader, says the absence of streetlights has forced market women to close early to avoid attacks.

“When it’s 6pm, you can’t walk around,” she said.

She expressed concern about the lack of security in the area, leaving residents vulnerable to attacks.

The streetlights have not functioned for months.

Public relations officer for KMA, Henrietta Afia Konadu, admitted the area is dark and risky for most people but says measures are in place to curb the situation.

“We do cabling but armed robbers are disturbing us by stealing the cables, so authorities are rethinking how to fix that problem,” she said.

She advised the public not to use that stretch at night but use the principal street to avoid any attacks.

Source: Joseph Obeng

Speaking at a security briefing in Accra on Wednesday, September 24, Mr. Yohuno urged the public to assist law enforcement by providing credible information on suspicious individuals and activities.

“I want to take this opportunity to call on all members of the public to support the police with information for successful investigations. Let us all be vigilant and report any suspicious persons or activities to the police,” he appealed.

The IGP assured that the Service would act on reliable intelligence and continue to reward individuals who provide information that aids ongoing investigations.

He also delivered a strong warning to those involved in criminal activities. “I want to assure you that the police will continue to make life uncomfortable for criminal elements in our society. We will pursue you relentlessly until you are brought to justice,” Mr. Yohuno stressed.

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