Passengers Robbed and Beaten on Ayeldo to Sekyerew-Nyankomasi Road
Source: Nana Kakabo, Bohyeba Fm
A group of passengers traveling from Kasoa to Assin Fosu were left shaken and traumatized after being ambushed by six suspected armed robbers on the Ayeldo to Sekyerew-Nyankomasi Ahenkro road.
The robbers, who struck around 7 pm today 11th January 2025, made off with cash, phones, and other valuables. Some passengers reported being physically assaulted for not having enough money. The victims were also forced to lie down, adding to their distress and fear.
A sprinter driver, who narrowly escaped with his life, described the harrowing experience to the Media “I stopped to navigate a pothole when one of the robbers approached me with a torchlight. The next thing I knew, I heard a gunshot. I’m just grateful to be alive.”
The passengers, who were left distraught and shaken, praised the swift response of the Abura Aseibu Kwamankese (AAK) District Police patrol team. The police arrived at the scene quickly, calming tensions and providing assistance to the victims.
The police have launched an investigation into the incident and assured the public of increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The authorities are urging anyone with information about the robbery to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of passengers traveling on the Ayeldo to Sekyerew-Nyankomasi Ahenkro road. The police are advising passengers to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
