Passengers traumatised as gun-firing robbers mount Kasoa roadblock in daring night operation

A gang of heavily armed robbers mounted a blockade at Potsin Junction on the Kasoa-Winneba highway and attacked several vehicles on that stretch of road.

The victims were ordered out of the car and asked to surrender monies and other belongings to the assailants.

An eyewitness, who spoke to Joy News  (and monitored by TheGhanaReport.com) claimed that for more than an hour, policemen deployed to the scene looked on helplessly as their weapons failed.

Residents fear that some persons may have been killed as they heard the sounds of multiple gunshots during the heist on Wednesday at about 6:30 pm.

The area, without street lights, is notorious for robbery incidents but the residents were shocked that the attack occurred in the hours of daylight.

Gomoa Dominase District Police Commander, DSP Paul Ankan, who confirmed the robbery discounted the claims that their weapons failed.

He, however, indicated that two persons were injured. They have been discharged from hospital after treatment.

He said information available to the police reveals that six vehicles were robbed in the process. An investigation is commenced and the police are taking statements from some victims.

DSP Ankan complained about lack of logistics and disclosed that the police has only one vehicle stationed at Okereke Police Station, donated by some individuals.

They are, therefore, unable to embark on proper patrols in the 29 communities under the Gomoa Dominase District Headquarters.