All five were convicted at the Kwabenya Circuit Court in Accra
The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested, prosecuted, and convicted all five members of a robbery gang linked to two major incidents in the region.
According to a statement released by the Service on May 26, 2025, the gang was responsible for robberies at Jos Bakery in Dome and ACP Junction near Kwabenya.
The statement indicated that on May 11, 2025, two armed suspects, Isaac Agbezudor (20) and Justice Akwasi Sarfo Oppong (19), attacked staff at Jos Bakery, firing a locally made pistol and stealing a smartphone and personal items.
Police investigations led to their arrests, with Oppong also linked to a February 5 robbery at ACP Junction involving three accomplices.
“The Regional Police command launched investigations into the incident, which led to the arrest of Isaac Agbezudor on 14th May 2025 through a covert operation.
“After vigorous interrogation, Isaac Agbezudor’s confession led to the retrieval of key exhibits, including the motorbike and clothing used in the operation, and the identification of his accomplice.
“On 22nd May 2025, following intelligence operations, Gariba Manta was arrested at a mining site between Osino and Saaman. He subsequently led police to a hideout at Sonitra, Amasaman, where the pistol and live ammunition used in the robbery were retrieved,” the statement read.
Oppong was also linked to a February 5 robbery at ACP Junction involving three accomplices: Bright Alikor (21), Emmanuel Nii Odartey Lamptey (23), and Prince Owusu (19). The latter trio had robbed a female victim of an iPhone, a tablet, and cash, injuring her with a knife.
All five were convicted at the Kwabenya Circuit Court. Agbezudor received a 10-year sentence, while the others were each jailed for 15 years.
“Following a trial at the Kwabenya Circuit Court, Bright Alikor, Emmanuel Nii Odartey Lamptey, and Prince Owusu were each convicted and sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment.
“In a related development, Police are pursuing a suspect in Koforidua who allegedly purchased the stolen iPhone 11 Pro Max,” the statement added.
The Regional Command praised its teams for their swift action and urged the public to continue providing tips, assuring confidentiality.
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PRESS RELEASE:
ACCRA POLICE BUST ROBBERY GANG: ALL FIVE CONVICTED AND JAILED pic.twitter.com/dVX9ylsBqU
— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) May 26, 2025
