The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects believed to be part of a coordinated car-stealing syndicate operating in Kasoa, Central Region.
The suspects—Douglas Kwame Akunnor, a steel bender; Emmanuel Aduah, a trader; and Richard Baidoo, an entrepreneur—were apprehended following investigations into the theft of a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, trade plate number DV 6060-W, belonging to a businessman at Kakraba near Kasoa.
Police said the incident occurred on November 24, 2025, after a suspect, Albert Akwasi Ofori, currently at large, contacted the car owner under the pretext of inspecting and purchasing the vehicle, which had been advertised for sale.
Although Ofori did not show up personally, he allegedly sent Douglas Akunnor and Emmanuel Aduah to complete the transaction.
The suspects presented a signed cheque valued at GH¢210,000, which initially reflected in the complainant’s bank account, prompting him to release the vehicle. The amount was later reversed, raising suspicion that he had been defrauded. Attempts to reach the suspects failed after they switched off their phones.
Police investigations led to Emmanuel Aduah’s arrest on January 2, 2026, in the Western Region while attempting to unlock his SIM card. Further interrogations resulted in the arrest of Douglas Akunnor, who admitted his role and explained the syndicate’s modus operandi.
Although the suspects initially failed to disclose the vehicle’s location, intelligence operations later led to its recovery at Nsakina. The car had been repainted from red to black and fitted with a fake registration number, GX 3856-21. Richard Baidoo, found in possession of the vehicle, was subsequently arrested.
All three suspects were arraigned before the Ofaakor Circuit Court on January 6, 2026, and have been remanded into custody, with a reappearance scheduled for January 28, 2026. Police confirmed that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the alleged mastermind, Albert Akwasi Ofori.
The Central East Regional Police Command assured the public of its commitment to arresting all accomplices and ensuring they face the full rigours of the law.
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