The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old, Seidu Masawudu, popularly known as Mashaa, who is suspected of armed robbery and murder.
As stated by the Deputy Regional Commander, ACP Cephas Arthur, the suspect is alleged to have led a group of armed robbers in an attack that resulted in the stabbing death of Abdul Jabal Sulemana in Obuasi on July 9, 2026.
In a media briefing, ACP Arthur mentioned that the police responded to the incident but were unable to make any immediate arrests.
“A follow-up was made to the AGA Hospital in Obuasi, where Abdul Jabal Sulemana was receiving treatment. Unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead,” he stated.
He further noted that through intelligence-led operations, a police team was able to track the suspect to Bongo in the Upper East Region, where he was subsequently arrested.
The suspect is presently in police custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations.
ACP Arthur issued a stern warning to armed robbers and criminal gangs operating in the region, assuring the public that the police would persist in their efforts to combat criminal activities.
“The police will not give room for their activities. We are determined to deal ruthlessly with anyone who engages in crime,” he cautioned.
The body of the deceased has been transferred to the morgue, pending an autopsy and further investigations.
