Two officers of the Ghana Police Service have been promoted for their role in foiling a robbery and rescuing two victims during a night snap check operation in Accra.
The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, announced the promotions of Chief Inspector Patience Kotoka and G/Constable Joseph Akondoh at a ceremony at the Police Headquarters on August 8, 2025. The pair, both stationed at the Anyah District Police Command, were honoured alongside four Community Police Assistants (CPAs) for their vigilance and swift action.
Constable Akondoh was promoted to the rank of Lance Corporal, while Chief Inspector Kotoka has been recommended for admission to the next Police Cadet Course at the Police Academy, a step that could see her commissioned as a senior officer upon successful completion.
The commendation follows an incident on August 7 at about 12:30 a.m. at Ablekuma Borkorborkor in the Greater Accra Region. While conducting routine vehicle checks, the officers stopped a green pickup truck carrying three passengers. Two men jumped from the vehicle and shouted for help, telling police they had been attacked during a robbery involving their 5,400-litre fuel tanker the previous night near Nsawam.
The officers immediately intervened, rescuing the victims and arresting one suspect at the scene. The remaining suspects fled, prompting follow-up operations in the Eastern Region, which led to the arrest of six more individuals. The stolen tanker and other exhibits were also recovered.
Speaking at the ceremony, the IGP praised the officers and CPAs for their “professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to duty” and urged other personnel to emulate their example.
He added that the Police Administration would continue to recognise and reward officers who distinguish themselves in the line of duty, stressing that such dedication was vital to maintaining public safety and confidence.
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