The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident that disrupted activities at the Adjen Kotoku Onion Market earlier this week.
According to police, the suspect, identified as Inusah Seidu, 40, was apprehended on April 8, 2026, at about 3:00 p.m. from his hideout at Adjen Kotoku following an intelligence-led operation.
In a statement shared on its facebook page, the Police said, “On 8th April 2026 at about 3:00 pm, the team arrested the suspect, Inusah Seidu, aged 40, from his hideout at Adjin Kotoku. He is believed to have been involved in the shooting incident.”
The arrest follows a violent disturbance that occurred at the busy onion trading hub on April 5, where gunshots reportedly caused panic among traders and patrons, forcing many to flee for safety.
Police confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and assisting with ongoing investigations aimed at uncovering the full circumstances surrounding the incident and identifying other possible accomplices.
“The suspect is currently in Police custody assisting investigations, while efforts are ongoing to locate and arrest other individuals connected to the incident,” the statement added.
The Adjen Kotoku Onion Market, a key commercial centre in the Greater Accra Region, has in recent times experienced tensions among traders, which authorities say may have contributed to the violence.
Meanwhile, the Police have assured the public of their commitment to maintaining law and order, urging anyone with relevant information to come forward to support ongoing investigations.
The latest development comes amid heightened security concerns in parts of Accra, with authorities stepping up efforts to clamp down on criminal activities and restore calm in affected communities.
CREDIT: Mavis Fantevi
