Two arrested for attempted robbery near Asankragua

The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly preparing to commit robbery near Asankragua.

The suspects have been identified as Mohammed Abdul-Salam, aged 28, and Karim Yakubu, 42.

In a statement, the Police explained that the duo was spotted hiding in a bush along a section of the road. Upon noticing an approaching police patrol team, the suspects attempted to flee, prompting a swift pursuit by the officers.

The chase led to an abandoned mining site, where the suspects jumped into a muddy pit in a desperate attempt to evade capture. However, the officers managed to rescue them from the pit and successfully effected their arrest.

A search conducted during the arrest led to the retrieval of one shotgun, three AAA cartridges, and a Nokia keypad mobile phone.

The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations.

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