An AK-47 rifle and other police equipment stolen from the Sehwi Asafo Police Station have been recovered in a bush near the Asafo community cemetery in the Western North Region.
The theft, which occurred last Saturday, saw suspected robbers break into the police station by scaling through the iron-gated window of the station’s armoury.
They made off with the firearm and other law enforcement gear, leaving the station in disarray.
Following an intense search by security personnel and local authorities, the stolen items were found intact, abandoned in a thick bush near the cemetery.
Frederick Kwarteng, the Assemblyman for the Sehwi Asafo Electoral Area, expressed relief over the recovery, noting that the incident had caused fear and panic among residents.
He added that local authorities plan to hold a crucial meeting with the police to address security concerns in the area.
He also urged residents to remain vigilant and work closely with law enforcement to enhance community safety.
Meanwhile, police investigations are ongoing to track down the suspects responsible for the break-in and bring them to justice.
