The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted 35 police officers in recognition of their role in the arrest of suspects linked to the Adabraka gold robbery in Accra.
According to a statement by the Police on Thursday, January 15, the promotions were awarded to the personnel for their exceptional professionalism, dedication, and teamwork during operations that led to the arrest of suspects.
The statement added that IGP Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the officers on their elevation and urged them to see the promotions as a call to higher responsibility, leadership and accountability in the discharge of their duties.
The Ghana Police Service also reiterated its commitment to recognising merit and rewarding excellence as a means of strengthening professionalism, boosting morale, and enhancing effective policing across the country
The Adabraka gold robbery occurred in November 2024 when a group of armed men stormed the area in broad daylight and attacked a jewellery shop.
Viral videos from the scene showed at least five heavily built men wielding various firearms and firing shots into the air as they loaded stolen items, including bags believed to contain money, into a silver vehicle.
Witnesses said the robbers ordered a bystander who had raised his hands in surrender to comply with their demands. At one point, the suspects were seen scattering some of the money they had seized while continuing to fire warning shots.
After loading the stolen items, the robbers sped off while firing additional shots into the air.
The incident left at least one person injured after being hit by gunfire from the suspected robbers. Another video showed residents rushing the injured man to the hospital for treatment.
Police investigations into the case have since led to the arrest of three suspects, with the promoted officers playing key roles in the operations that resulted in the arrests.
