We have recently been made aware of a concerning incident involving the arrest of six individuals, including four juveniles who are students of Presbyterian Boys Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon, Accra. The Ghana Police Service, in a commendable display of intelligence-led operation and investigation, successfully apprehended the individuals for their involvement in staging a kidnapping incident.
Among the six arrested persons, two are identified as adults: Isaac Kissi Adjei, also known as Kofi Black, and Courage Teiko, also known as Timmy. It has been revealed through preliminary investigations that one of the juveniles conspired with the others to stage the kidnapping incident in an attempt to extort money from his parents for the purpose of traveling abroad.
The group demanded a ransom of Three Hundred and Forty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GH₵ 340,000.00) from the alleged victim's parents. Shockingly, they succeeded in collecting an amount of Twenty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GH₵20,000.00) as part of the total ransom demanded.
In accordance with best practice, the identities of the juveniles have been withheld, and their parents and guardians have been duly informed. The Police Service has assured that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and responsible parenting in guiding our youth. It is also a testament to the dedication and effectiveness of the Ghana Police Service in maintaining law and order within our communities.
We trust that the authorities will handle this matter with the utmost seriousness and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address the actions of those involved. As members of the community, it is our collective responsibility to uphold the values of honesty and integrity, especially among our youth.
We urge everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities. Let us work together to create a safe and secure environment for all members of our society.
-By Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes
