The Ghana Police Service has arrested a notorious serial robber believed to be behind a string of motorbike thefts across Techiman, Sunyani, Bole, and Damongo.
The suspect, identified as Awudu Razak, was apprehended following a targeted operation by law enforcement officers in the Bono and Savannah Regions.
A search conducted on Awudu Razak and the motorbike he was riding led to the discovery of a locally manufactured pistol, three live cartridges, two spanners, a pair of pliers, a pair of hand gloves, scissors and a black polythene bag perforated for use as a face mask.
During interrogation, Awudu Razak confessed to stealing the Apsonic motorbike in his possession and admitted to being involved in several motorbike robberies across the aforementioned towns.
His confession enabled the police to locate and arrest three of his alleged accomplices – Baba Issah, also known as Container Money, Abdul Rauf, alias Gye Nyame and Sadick Asamoah.
The operation led officers to multiple hideouts where a total of 18 stolen motorcycles were recovered.
According to a highly placed source at the Police Headquarters, who spoke to The Chronicle, the arrest forms part of a broader ongoing security operation aimed at eliminating criminal elements that have plagued these communities.
“These are not just routine arrests,” the source revealed.
“Our men have launched full-scale mopping-up operations, actively sieging the hideouts of known criminals. We’re taking the fight directly to them.”
The police’s proactive approach has reportedly led to multiple successful encounters with robbers, yielding critical evidence and recovering stolen items.
The operations, described as both “meticulous and thorough,” have also helped stabilize affected areas and restore a sense of security.
On Monday, August 11, 2025 acting on a tip-off, police in Techiman intercepted another stolen motorbike, underscoring the effectiveness of ongoing intelligence-led efforts.
The police have since urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement to consolidate the gains made.
Communities across the affected regions have expressed gratitude to the Ghana Police Service for their bravery and professionalism in confronting the robbery menace.
As investigations continue, authorities say more arrests are expected and the recovered motorcycles will be processed for return to their rightful owners.
