The Ghana Police Service has foiled a planned robbery attack along the Ejura–Nkoranza Highway following an intelligence-led operation near Mimenaso No 2.

According to police, the operation was carried out on April 9, 2026, after intelligence indicated that a six-member gang was preparing to ambush and rob commuters along the highway.

The gang was reportedly led by Mahamadu Fuseini, also known as “Shaini.”

Police said as the operational team approached the hideout, the suspects, mistaking them for potential targets, opened fire. Officers returned fire, fatally wounding one of the suspects, while the others, including the alleged leader, fled the scene.

A search conducted at the location led to the retrieval of a pump-action gun loaded with four live cartridges, two spent cartridges, and three mobile phones.

Two additional live cartridges were also found on the deceased suspect, along with a talisman tied around his waist.

The body has been deposited at the Atebubu Government Hospital morgue for preservation.

Police say a manhunt has been launched to track down and arrest the remaining members of the gang.