Four Key Members of Carjacking Syndicate Arrested in Kumasi

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four key members of a dangerous carjacking syndicate linked to the robbery and murder of Mr. Andrews Amankwah at Ohwim-Amanfrom in Kumasi.

The incident occurred on February 10, 2026, and has since been under intensive investigation by the police.

Coordinated Intelligence-Led Operation

Following the incident, the Inspector-General of Police directed a coordinated intelligence-led operation involving the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team, and the CID Anti-Armed Robbery Unit.

Between February 18 and 22, 2026, four suspects believed to be members of the group, identified as the “Duku Syndicate,” were arrested in separate operations across Kumasi.

Suspects Arrested

The suspects have been identified as:

Akwasi Manu (47) – Arrested for unlawful possession of the deceased victim’s Samsung mobile phone, which provided a major breakthrough in the investigation.

Bashiru Tanko alias “TK” (33) – Arrested at Atonsu, Kumasi; linked to prior car-snatching activities.

Kojo Amponsah alias “Kamakazi” (35) – Arrested at Hwireso near Boankra; intelligence connects him to multiple violent robberies.

Emmanuel Kwame Appiah alias “Taller” (38) – Arrested at Danyame, Kumasi; identified as the syndicate’s driver during the fatal robbery.

Syndicate Leader Shot, Later Dies

The alleged leader of the group, Eric Antwi Duku (42), sustained gunshot wounds during a police operation on February 22, 2026. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Police recovered several exhibits during the operation, including:

A Bruni Mod 84 pistol loaded with eight rounds of live ammunition

A tracking detection device

Forged vehicle documents

A Toyota Corolla S (impounded)

Criminal Activities

Investigations indicate that the syndicate specialized in stealing Toyota Hilux and Land Cruiser vehicles after conducting surveillance on their victims. The group had reportedly escalated to the use of lethal force.

The syndicate has been linked to:

The Amanfrom robbery

A separate fatal robbery at Kronum

Multiple vehicle thefts in Tarkwa and Kumasi

Ongoing Investigations

The suspects, who had previously evaded arrest and were wanted by the Western Central Regional Police Command, are currently in custody and will soon be arraigned before court.

The recovered firearm is undergoing forensic and ballistic examination, and efforts are underway to arrest additional accomplices.

The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to dismantling violent criminal networks and has encouraged the public to cooperate by providing credible information to support ongoing investigations.

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