A high-profile armed robber, identified as Osman Sadik, was killed in a shootout with police in the Ofinsi area of Ghana’s Ashanti Region. According to reports, Sadik, who was notorious for operating in the Ofenso area, was wanted by the police for a string of armed robberies.
Eyewitnesses claim that the police had been tracking Sadik’s movements for some time and had set up a sting operation to apprehend him. When the police attempted to arrest him, Sadik opened fire, leading to a fierce shootout.
After the incident, the police recovered firearms and other incriminating evidence from the scene. Osman Sadik’s death marks a significant victory for the Ghana Police Service in their efforts to combat armed robbery and restore security in the region.
Further details on the incident are still emerging, and the police are expected to provide a more detailed briefing on the operation.