The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has commended Ghanaians for their cooperation with the Police Service, which he says, has contributed to a noticeable drop in violent crimes in cities, communities and on highways across the country.
The ‘Turnaround Tiger’ in an exclusive interview with The Chronicle, ahead of the Christmas festivities, attributed the improved security situation to constant police patrols and effective intelligence gathering.
“For some time now, our country has witnessed a welcome and noticeable absence of violent crimes in our cities, communities, and on our highways. This is no accident,” the IGP stated.
He explained that while police patrols are visible, much of the work is done through intelligence gathering – officers, who may not always be seen but remain present, listening, watching and acting, often before crime happens.
The IGP placed on record the appreciation of the Police Administration to citizens for sharing information and trusting the Service, describing that partnership as the reason for the current gains.
Touching on the upcoming Christmas season, a period marked by travel, celebration and reunion, the IGP assured the nation that the Police Service is fully prepared.
Mr Yohuno warned the public to be mindful of scammers who prey on the innocence to deprive them of their money.
According to him, before one parts with money or property, there must be enough due diligence to ascertain if there is no misrepresentation of an existing fact.
He went on that, highway patrols have been intensified, presence in communities strengthened, and intelligence networks deepened across the country.
The IGP appealed to Ghanaians to sustain the current level of cooperation, assuring that better days lie ahead if intelligence sharing continues.
“If we continue to share intelligence as we are doing now, if we continue to look out for one another, I can assure you of better days ahead – and an incident-free yuletide for all,” he said.
He concluded with a call for collective responsibility:
“Let us keep Ghana safe.”
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