The Police Administration has disclosed that a combined team of the Tema Regional Police, Fire Service and Tema Metropolitan Assembly Security Guards has foiled an attempt by some unknown person(s) to set the Tema Central Market at Community One ablaze.
The suspected arson which was detected at about 12.00 midnight of Wednesday 3rd July, 2013 by the team is said to have resulted in the burning of two tables used to set the fire alight.
The Police say preliminary investigation has revealed that the suspect(s) lit two sticks of candle, put them in a plastic bag, stuffed it with polythene bags and place it between two wooden tables, and set it in front of a big store in the market.
“However, due to the vigilance of the Police and the other security officers who have been patrolling the market day and night, the fire was instantly found and put out,” a statement from the Public Affairs Directorate said.
The release signed by DSP Cephas Arthur said: “The Police would want to assure the public that security measures have been put in place to protect our markets and other vital installations from fire and other criminal attacks. Arsonists are therefore warned to desist from carrying out any nefarious activities, as they would be dealt when caught”.
“Meanwhile all efforts are being made to track down the perpetrators of this incident. The public are therefore entreated to volunteer information on the perpetrators of this act and other crimes to the Police for the necessary action.”
Source: Myjoyonline.com
