Two arrested for robbery and killing of 20-year-old at Tweapease-Aboo
Two arrested for robbery and killing of 20-year-old at Tweapease-Aboo
Police in the Ashanti South Region have arrested two men in connection with the robbery and murder of 20-year-old Kofi Mensah at Tweapease-Aboo.
The suspects, identified as Solomon Opoku and Collins Aboagye were arrested following sustained intelligence-led operations.
The police operation took place following a report made to the Bediem District Police Command on October 6, 2025 by the Assembly Member for the area who told police that the victim had been attacked, killed, and his Haojin motorbike stolen.
On October 10, 2025, suspect Solomon Opoku was arrested at Council Quarters in Obuasi when he attempted to sell the stolen motorbike.
Further investigation led to the arrest of his accomplice, Collins Aboagye, at Kokotesua, also a suburb of Obuasi. Both suspects have admitted to the crime, and the stolen motorbike has been retrieved.
The two suspects are currently in police custody and will be put before court on Monday, 13th October 2025.
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has assured the public of its commitment to pursuing justice and maintaining safety and security across all communities in the region.
