The Ghana Police Service has sent a strong caution to individuals and groups engaging in violence, vandalism, and other criminal activities aimed at disturbing the peace of Ghana.
According to ACP Grace Ansah Akrofi, Director of Public Affairs of Police Service, the police have recorded several incidents of vandalism and violence in various parts of the country, including Ghana Gas, Ghana Petroleum Authority, the passport office, Engineer Centre, GPHA in Tema, demanding jobs, Ayensuano in the Eastern Region, and Winchi.
The police have worked closely with the Ghana Armed Forces to restore law and order in these areas, which, in the process of restoring law and order, led to an injury to one of the military men.
ACP Ansah Akrofi warned that the police will not tolerate any form of violence or lawlessness anymore.
ACP Ansah Akrofi noted that perpetrators will be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
ACP Ansah Akrofi urged the public to remain calm and report any incidents of violence or lawlessness to the authorities.
The police have arrested a total of 107 persons in connection with the post-election violence and vandalism.
In a related development, the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has expressed grave concern over the violence and unrest that have erupted following the 2024 general elections.
In a strongly worded statement, the bishops condemned the acts of violence, rioting, and looting that have disrupted peace in various parts of the country, leading to the loss of lives, destruction of property, and deepening divisions among citizens.
The Catholic Bishops Conference called for an immediate cessation of all violent activities and urged Ghanaians to uphold the peace that has been the hallmark of the nation’s democratic processes.