The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven police officers over an alleged extortion incident in Accra.
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 personnel are Inspector Courage Boateng, General Sergeant Stephen Addo, General Corporal Moses Anyravi, 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 allow the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) to conduct investigations into the allegations.
In a statement dated September 16, 2026, the Police said the matter would be thoroughly investigated and appropriate action 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.
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