11 arrested, weapons retrieved in Adambrobe Chieftaincy dispute crackdown

The Ghana Police Service has arrested 11 suspects in connection with the possession of arms and ammunition without authority, linked to the Adambrobe chieftaincy dispute in Aburi.

According to a press release issued by the Eastern Regional Police Command, ten suspects were initially arrested on Sunday, May 3, 2026, by the Aburi District Command at Adambrobe.

“On Sunday, May 3, 2026, the Aburi District Command arrested 10 suspects at Adambrobe, Aburi for the possession of arms and ammunition without authority in connection with the Adambrobe chieftaincy dispute,” the statement said.

The suspects include farmers, artisans, a taxi driver, a businessman, and private security personnel, all believed to be connected to the dispute.

According to the Police, a cache of weapons and other items was retrieved during the operation.

“The Police retrieved five pump-action rifles, 23 live cartridges, one taser, six mobile phones, and one body armour,” the release disclosed.

Two vehicles, an unregistered Ford pickup and a Toyota Corolla with registration number GE 2560-19, were also impounded, having allegedly been used to transport the suspects.

An additional suspect, identified as Douglas Amoako Danquah, was later arrested on May 4 after being spotted in a procession within the township, bringing the total number of arrests to eleven.

All suspects are currently in custody assisting with investigations.

The Eastern Regional Police Command has assured the public of its commitment to maintaining peace in the area and urged all parties involved in the dispute to exercise restraint.

“The Eastern Regional Police Command continues to assure the public of our continued commitment to maintaining peace and stability in Adambrobe and urge all parties to exercise restraint,” the statement added.

Source: adomonline.com