The Tema Regional Police Command has successfully foiled an attempted robbery at Community 24 in the Adjei-Kojo District of the Ashaiman Division, following a deadly shootout that left three suspected robbers dead.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, December 21, 2025, after the Ashaiman Divisional Police Intelligence Team received a tip-off around 1:30 a.m. about an ongoing robbery at a private residence.
According to a statement issued by the police on Monday, December 23, a response team was promptly dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers encountered six young men wearing face masks and hoodies, armed with machetes, firearms, and other offensive weapons.
The suspects reportedly opened fire on the police, prompting officers to return fire in self-defence. Three of the assailants sustained gunshot wounds and later died, while the remaining three, who are believed to have been injured, managed to flee the scene.
A search of the area led to the recovery of several items, including three face masks, three machetes, and an unregistered Royal 125 motorbike thought to have been used by the suspects.
The bodies of the deceased have been taken to the Police Hospital for preservation, identification, and autopsy.
In response to the incident, the Tema Regional Police Command has placed hospitals and health facilities in the area on alert, instructing them to immediately report to the command if any male individuals with gunshot wounds present themselves.
The Command praised the officers involved for their prompt action and professionalism and urged the public to continue providing timely information to support efforts in maintaining peace and security in the region.
