The Ghana Police Service has arrested two men suspected of killing a female tricycle rider and stealing her vehicle at Afrancho, near Konkoli, in the Trede District of the Bono East Region.
The suspects, Peter Nchor Asadigina, 21, and Mudasel Dramani, 19, were apprehended at Hansua on Friday, October 30, 2026, following a tip-off.
Police say preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects hired the services of the victim at Ampabame Lorry Station in Kumasi on October 29 to transport them to Afrancho.
Upon arrival, the two allegedly attacked and killed the rider before stealing her green Bajaj tricycle.
According to the police, the suspects were arrested while travelling towards Techiman, where they allegedly planned to settle and use the stolen tricycle for commercial purposes.
A search following their arrest led to the recovery of items believed to be linked to the crime.
These included a number plate with registration number M-26-AE 2047, eight mobile phones, three SIM cards and an MTN MiFi device.
An iPhone 12 Pro suspected to belong to the deceased was among the phones recovered.
Police also retrieved a bunch of keys, two lighters and a jackknife cover.
The body of the deceased has been deposited at the mortuary for preservation and autopsy as investigations continue.
The suspects are currently in police custody and assisting with investigations into the killing.
The police say investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
