Six Arrested for Impersonating Security Operatives

Six men were arrested for pretending to be security officers. The Agona Swedru District Police Command apprehended them. They allegedly stormed a company in Agona Akwakwa. This happened on May 6, 2026. Police received a distress call around noon. The suspects arrived at S.I Jun Manufacturing Company Limited. They used a Toyota Land Cruiser. The vehicle had registration GW 8887-V. Three men wore camouflage uniforms. These looked like Ghana Immigration Service gear. One suspect wore a military uniform. The other two wore civilian clothes. The group claimed to be National Security operatives. They were accused of assaulting workers. They also harassed Chinese nationals at the company. Police officers went to the scene. They found the vehicle parked. Three Chinese nationals were handcuffed. Their names are Man Guan, Chin Min, and Ma Kaixiang. The arrested suspects are Agyemang Benjamin, 32. Mahama Iddrisu Dawuda Seidu is 48. Ofori Isaac is 35. Adom Bills is 32. Hayford Boafo is 47. Ato Mchenry is 48. They are now in police custody. They are at the Agona Swedru District Police Headquarters. They are helping with the investigation. The Military Police and Ghana Immigration Service were contacted. National Security was also informed. This is to check the suspects' identities. They want to see if the men have links to security agencies. The case is still under investigation. This incident raises concerns about security at industrial sites. It also impacts foreign investment. Such acts can deter businesses. They can create an unsafe environment. The government aims to attract foreign companies. This includes manufacturing firms like S.I Jun. Disruption by fake security personnel can cause significant losses. These losses include production downtime. They also include reputational damage. Ghana's economy relies on manufacturing. It needs reliable security for growth. The Ashanti Region and Central Region are key industrial hubs. Incidents like this can affect investor confidence. This confidence is crucial for economic progress. The police service plays a vital role. They maintain law and order for businesses. Verifying the suspects' claims is important. It will show if they have any past affiliation. It could also indicate a trend of criminal activity. Such fraud can have wider economic effects. It can lead to increased security costs for businesses. They might have to hire private security. This adds to their operational expenses. The government needs to ensure security. This is important for all businesses operating in Ghana. The outcome of this investigation will be closely watched.