The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven personnel in connection with an alleged extortion incident in Accra.
In a press release dated September 16, 2026, and signed by Staff Officer at the Public Affairs Unit Deputy Superintendent of Police Richmond Mensah, the Service said the affected personnel, who were members of a patrol team, are alleged to have demanded money from their victim and compelled him to withdraw the funds from an ATM for them.
The interdicted officers 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 statement, the interdiction is to pave the way for ongoing investigation by the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB).
The Ghana Police Service assured the public that the matter will be thoroughly investigated and appropriate action taken based on the outcome of the investigations.