GAF Rescues 71 Fishermen Following High Sea Robbery off Senya Bereku

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  ACCRA  — The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have successfully concluded a major search and rescue operation, bringing  71 Ghanaian fishermen  safely to shore after a violent armed robbery on the high seas. The incident occurred in the early hours of  Wednesday, February 25, 2026 , approximately  35 nautical miles  off the coast of Gomoa Nyanyano and Senya Bereku in the Central Region. The Attack The fishermen were on a routine night expedition when they were intercepted by gunmen operating a  "black boat." According to survivor accounts, the attackers were armed with AK-47 assault rifles and fired multiple warning shots to seize control of the fishing vessels. The pirates systematically stripped the canoes of their most valuable equipment, including: 7 Outboard motors Generator sets Personal belongings and fuel The theft left the seven affected boats—including vessels named  Argentina 2 ,  Argentina 3 ,  Sea Lion , and  Berema Nsuk...
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Police in Agona Swedru storm alleged "ghettos," setting structures ablaze and arresting suspects in a major crackdown on crime.

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 Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana – In a dramatic and swift operation, police in Agona Swedru, Central Region, reportedly stormed several alleged criminal "ghettos" yesterday, setting structures ablaze and arresting numerous suspects.The coordinated raids appear to be part of an intensified effort to crack down on criminal activities and restore order in areas known for illicit operations.



Eyewitnesses in Agona Swedru described scenes of chaos as law enforcement officers moved into identified enclaves, often makeshift structures, which authorities believe are hotbeds for drug peddling, prostitution, and other criminal enterprises. While the exact number of structures set alight is yet to be officially confirmed, reports indicate that several makeshift dwellings and hideouts were engulfed in flames during the operation.

Sources close to the operation suggest that the police action was meticulously planned, aiming to dismantle the physical infrastructure supporting criminal networks in the area. The strategy of setting structures ablaze, though controversial and raising questions about due process and property rights, is often employed by authorities in some regions to completely dislodge criminal elements and prevent their return to established dens.

A significant number of suspects were apprehended during the raids. While specific charges have not yet been released, it is anticipated that those arrested will face charges related to narcotics, public nuisance, and other offenses often associated with such "ghettos." Police officials are expected to provide a detailed briefing on the operation and the total number of arrests in the coming days.

The operation has garnered mixed reactions from the local community. While some residents expressed relief, citing a perceived increase in crime and insecurity in these areas, others raised concerns about the legality of destroying property and the potential for innocent individuals to be affected. Humanitarian organizations may also voice concerns regarding the displacement of individuals whose homes, however illicit, were destroyed.

The Agona Swedru Divisional Police Command has not yet issued an official statement regarding the specifics of the operation, including the justification for the destruction of structures. However, this aggressive approach signals a firm stance by law enforcement to tackle crime head-on in what they deem to be problematic areas within the community. Further details are expected as investigations proceed and the arrested suspects are processed through the justice system.

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