Tema Police Arrest Ex-convict For Impersonating Soldier

The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly posing as a military officer and extorting money from residents in Ashaiman.

 

The suspect, identified as Bright Atsu Kudiabor, an ex-convict, was arrested on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m. at an area known as “I Shall Return” in Ashaiman.

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According to a press release signed by ASP Dede Dzakpasu, Head of Public Affairs for the Tema Regional Police Command, Kudiabor was allegedly found parading himself as a soldier and extorting money from unsuspecting victims.

 

The arrest was initially effected by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service in Ashaiman with assistance from members of the public, who later handed him over to the Ashaiman Police. A subsequent search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a set of military camouflage uniform.

Police say the suspect is currently in custody, assisting with investigations.

“He will be processed for court upon completion of investigations,” the statement said.

 

The Tema Regional Police Command has cautioned the public to be vigilant and to report persons who falsely present themselves as soldiers or personnel of other security agencies to deceive or extort money from members of the public.