Two persons suspected of looting have been arrested during the early morning fire that broke out in Adum PZ market, situated in Kumasi’s Central Business District, on Friday, March 21.
They were caught attempting to steal merchandise from shops that had been devastated by the flames.
The fire originated in a two-storey building accommodating several businesses and quickly spread throughout the area, causing significant destruction.
Beginning around 5 a.m. at the well-known Blue Light Arena, located near Hello FM, the blaze intensified as firefighters worked to manage the situation.
Amidst the firefighting efforts, opportunistic individuals sought to take advantage of the chaos by attempting to extract valuable goods from the damaged stores.
To maintain order and prevent further looting, police and fire personnel were promptly dispatched to the scene.
As the area remains active with ongoing security measures, officers are on high alert to ensure public safety and deter any additional incidents.
For the past seven hours, the fire has spread to other shops due to limited access routes.
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