A young woman has been taken into custody at the SSNIT Flats in Adenta, Accra, after being found with several master keys, intensifying fears about a recent wave of apartment thefts that have left residents anxious.
The incident unfolded when vigilant tenants, already wary from weeks of unexplained break-ins, spotted the woman behaving strangely near one of the buildings. Witnesses say she appeared to be testing different keys on a door when her actions caught the attention of a passerby, prompting others to intervene and confront her.
Upon searching her belongings, residents reportedly discovered a number of master keys, raising concerns that she may have been involved in previous unauthorized entries into apartments—most of which occurred during the daytime when many tenants were away at work. Several residents had earlier reported missing items without any signs of forced entry, fueling speculation that a stealthy burglar may have been at work.
Footage circulating on social media shows the woman visibly distressed, crying as she’s surrounded by a crowd shortly after her arrest. The clip has since gone viral, sparking widespread conversation online about rising insecurity in residential neighborhoods.
The Adenta District Police Command has confirmed the arrest and noted that the woman is currently cooperating with ongoing investigations. Authorities are working to establish whether she acted alone or as part of a broader criminal group targeting homes across the area.
While residents expressed a mix of shock and relief over the arrest, many believe that the case may be far from over, urging police to widen their search for other possible suspects. The incident has served as a wake-up call to tenants, who are now being encouraged to stay alert and report any suspicious activity without delay.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
