The Savannah Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Nuhu Mumuni, a key suspect in connection with a robbery and murder incident that occurred in Pwalugu in the Upper East Region on March 3, 2025.
Mumuni had been on the Upper East Regional Police’s wanted list prior to his arrest, with his capture marking a significant breakthrough in the investigation.
Savannah Regional Police Commander, COP Samuel Alfred Winful, confirmed in an interview with the media that the suspect was apprehended on April 8, 2025, at his hideout in Mankarigu, in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region. The arrest was carried out by the Savannah Regional Police Operations Team.
Police reports indicate that Mumuni, along with other accomplices, was involved in the fatal shooting of Benjamin Apuri, a mobile money vendor. The attackers also made away with an undisclosed amount of money during the robbery.
Authorities believe Mumuni’s capture will aid in identifying and apprehending the remaining suspects involved in the incident.
Mumuni is currently in the custody of the Savannah Regional Police Command and is expected to be transferred to the Upper East Regional Police Command to assist with further investigations and face prosecution.
Source: A1Radioonline.com | 101.1MHz | Savannah Region
