A significant arrest has been made in Tamale, Northern Region, as a man identified as Imarana Abdulai Gomda has been taken into custody for illegally possessing firearms and ammunition. The arrest was made on May 29, 2024, and the police successfully retrieved the arms from the suspect.
According to a brief statement released by the police on Friday morning, Imarana Abdulai Gomda was arrested at the Datoyili barrier in Tamale. The police recovered two SMG rifles, six rounds of 9MM ammunition, and two empty magazines from the suspect.
The Ghana Police Service confirmed that the suspect is currently in police custody, assisting with investigations. The arrest is a significant breakthrough in the efforts to combat illegal possession of firearms and ammunition in the region.
The police are urging anyone with information on illegal activities to come forward and assist in their investigations. The suspect’s arrest has sent a strong message to those involved in illegal activities that the police are vigilant and will take necessary action to ensure public safety.
As the investigations continue, the police are working to determine the source of the firearms and ammunition and whether the suspect was acting alone or as part of a larger criminal network. The community is relieved by the arrest, and many are praising the police for their swift action in ensuring the safety of the region.
In a Facebook post, the Police said this;
“The Ghana Police Service has arrested suspect Imarana Abdulai Gomda at Tamale in the Northern Region for possession of firearms and ammunition without lawful authority.”
