The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged kidnapping of Ayuba Sumiya Mawudu, also known as Haruna, at Dobini Bunban near Yendi in Ghana’s Northern Region.
The suspects have been identified as Mahumudu Abdulai, 32, Ganiu Sumaila, 32, and Abdulai Salam, 28. Police said they were arrested at separate locations in Sang in the Mion District on September 29, 2026.
Victim Abducted by Armed Men
According to preliminary police investigations, the victim was allegedly abducted on September 25, 2026, after four armed men attacked him and his brother at their residence.
The alleged kidnappers later contacted the victim’s family and reportedly demanded a GH¢100,000 ransom for his release.
However, the victim managed to escape from his captors and was subsequently taken to a health facility in Sambu for medical treatment.
Police officers went to the facility and engaged the victim, who told investigators that he had been transported to an undisclosed location and held under guard by armed men.
He reportedly escaped from his captors and received assistance from farmers in Sambu, who helped him reach safety and obtain medical attention.
Victim Identifies Three Suspects
Following the arrests, the victim reportedly identified all three suspects from photographs provided by the Police.
Further investigations by the Northern Regional Police Command have also indicated that the suspects may be linked to other robbery incidents recorded in the area.
The three suspects remain in Police custody and are assisting with investigations as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping.
Police are also continuing efforts to arrest the remaining accomplices believed to be connected to the incident.
The investigation remains ongoing as the Police seek to uncover the circumstances surrounding the alleged abduction and determine the involvement of all persons connected to the case.
Source: newsthemegh.com