The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly preparing to commit robbery near Asankragua.
The suspects have been identified as Mohammed Abdul-Salam, aged 28, and Karim Yakubu, 42.
In a statement, the Police explained that the duo was spotted hiding in a bush along a section of the road. Upon noticing an approaching police patrol team, the suspects attempted to flee, prompting a swift pursuit by the officers.
The chase led to an abandoned mining site, where the suspects jumped into a muddy pit in a desperate attempt to evade capture. However, the officers managed to rescue them from the pit and successfully effected their arrest.
A search conducted during the arrest led to the retrieval of one shotgun, three AAA cartridges, and a Nokia keypad mobile phone.
The suspects are currently in police custody assisting with investigations.