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Police Foil Planned Robbery Attack on Three Banks in Labone; Two Suspects Killed, One Arrested
The Ghana Police Service has foiled a planned robbery attack targeting three banks in Labone, Accra, resulting in the deaths of two suspected robbers and the arrest of another.
According to the Police, the incident occurred on Thursday, August 13, 2026, after it received intelligence that a robbery syndicate was preparing to attack the GCB Bank, Ecobank and Zenith Bank, all located in the Labone area.
At about 10:45 a.m., a police team was immediately deployed to the area to intercept the suspected robbers. Upon arrival, the team spotted members of the gang in vehicles parked close to the banks.
The Police said one of the vehicles sped away after the suspects noticed the presence of the security team. Officers pursued the vehicle and successfully arrested one of the occupants, identified as Augustine Okechuku Maazi. The other occupant, however, managed to escape.
According to the Police, occupants of the second vehicle also attempted to flee while firing at the officers. The Police engaged the suspects in a shootout, during which two of the suspected robbers were shot dead.
Following the operation, the Police recovered two vehicles believed to have been used by the suspected robbery gang. They were a Toyota Highlander with registration number GS-1434-18 and a Hyundai Tucson with registration number GS 7915-17.
A blow pistol was also recovered from the suspects.
The arrested suspect, Augustine Okechuku Maazi, remains in Police custody and is assisting with investigations. The bodies of the two deceased suspects have been deposited at the morgue for preservation, identification and autopsy.
The Ghana Police Service commended the response team for its swift intervention, which successfully prevented the planned robbery attack on the banks.
The Service also expressed appreciation to members of the public for providing credible information that assists the Police in identifying and preventing criminal activities.
The Police said investigations are ongoing, while efforts are expected to continue to apprehend the suspect who escaped from the scene.