On February 11, 2026, police intelligence indicated that a gang had planned an attack on traders travelling along Dormaa-Gonokrom highway. Surveillance teams were immediately deployed to foil the intended robbery.
A statement issued by the Command on February 17, 2026 said in the early hours of February 12, 2026, officers advancing near a parked motorbike came were attacked by suspected robbers from nearby bushes.
Police returned fire at the suspected robbers and a search at daybreak found one male suspect dead, with an AK47 rifle beside him.
A further search led to the recovery of a sack containing additional weapons and ammunition, including two Baikal single barrel guns, a pump action gun, one Beretta pistol loaded with three rounds of 9mm ammunition plus 34 rounds of 9mm ammunition, one AK47 rifle loaded with 11 rounds of ammunition plus 10 rounds of ammunition, 39 rounds of BB cartridge, one dagger, a mobile phone, a Honda motorbike, a black mask, and a set of talisman.
The body of the deceased has been deposited at the Police Hospital morgue for preservation, identification and autopsy.
The Bono Regional Police Command assured the public that efforts are ongoing to identify the remaining gang members and bring them to face justice.
The Command also called on the general public to assist the Police with credible information that will lead to the arrest of persons involved in criminal activities, as the Command continues to work tirelessly to enhance safety and security across the Region.
