Nkwanta south: Nkwanta South District Police Command have arrested eight teenage girls, aged 13-17, for allegedly breaking into a home and stealing over GHC20,000 in cash and valuables. The identity of the money’s owner, who has fallen victim to a series of robberies, remains unknown. This situation has raised concern among neighbours who are now on high alert in the community.

According to Ghana News Agency, the suspects, both students from schools in the Nkwanta South Municipal area, are currently in police custody assisting with the investigation. The girls have admitted to being part of gangs that monitored the victim’s movements, choosing to strike when he was away.

Additionally, it has been reported that one of the suspects, who is currently at large with their parents, has benefited from the theft, receiving approximately GHC2,000. The police are urging the public to provide any information that could assist with the ongoing investigation.