By: Daniel Yao Akpabli | ignewss — Accra, Ghana
The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven (7) police officers in connection with an alleged extortion incident in Accra.
According to a statement dated September 16, 2026, and signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police and Staff Officer Richmond Mensah, the officers, who were members of a patrol team, are alleged to have demanded money from a victim and compelled him to withdraw the money from an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) for them.
The interdicted officers are Inspector Courage Boateng, General Sergeant Stephen Addo, General Corporal Moses Anyarvi, General Corporal Prosper Adiabo, General Lance Corporal Samuel Anokye, General Constable Henrietta Coleman and General Constable Bernard Amoako.
According to the police, the interdiction is to pave the way for an investigation by the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB).
The Ghana Police Service said the matter would be thoroughly investigated and that appropriate action would be taken based on the outcome of the investigations.
The service also assured the public of its commitment to addressing allegations of misconduct involving its personnel.
Source: www.ignewss.com