Police Nab Highway Robber Following Fatal Accra-Kumasi Highway Collision

The Accra-Kumasi Highway became a focal point of tragedy and law enforcement success on September 1, 2026, as authorities managed a fatal road crash and the arrest of a notorious highway robbery suspect. At Dr. Marbel Junction, two lives were lost and at least six people sustained injuries in a collision involving a DAF truck, a VW Sprinter bus, and a tricycle. The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) reported that the crash was likely caused by brake failure in the DAF truck, which forced rescuers to extract a victim trapped under the vehicle. The GNFS has since urged motorists to prioritize regular vehicle maintenance to prevent such avoidable disasters. Simultaneously, the Eastern Regional Police Command achieved a breakthrough in highway security with the arrest of Bube Gariba near Asesewa. Gariba is suspected of being a core member of a robbery syndicate responsible for multiple attacks on the Accra-Kumasi route. During interrogation, he confessed to three specific robberies and identified the syndicate leader as Osmanu, who is accused of providing the firearms for their operations. The police operation also resulted in the arrest of an accomplice's wife for aiding an escape, while nine other individuals were picked up for screening as part of the wider investigation. A manhunt is currently underway for Osmanu and other remaining members of the criminal network. The Eastern Regional Police, in collaboration with the Eastern South Command, have reinforced their commitment to securing major highways and have called on the public to provide any leads that could assist in the ongoing investigation. These events highlight the dual challenges of road safety and criminal activity on Ghana's highways, prompting calls for both improved mechanical vigilance and sustained police presence to protect the traveling public.