The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect accused of threatening security officers and inciting violence in a viral social media video.
The suspect, identified as Opoku Emmanuel, was arrested on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Jacobu in the Amansie Central District of the Ashanti Region through a joint operation involving the Inspector-General of Police’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team and officers from the Jacobu Police Command.
According to police, the suspect appeared in a masked video in which he allegedly issued threats against Police and Military personnel, warning officers not to attempt the arrest of armed robbers.
The Police further stated that the suspect threatened to kill any officer who confronted him.
The video circulated widely online, raising public concern and prompting investigations by the Police intelligence and cybercrime units.
In a statement, the Police confirmed that Opoku Emmanuel remains in custody and is assisting with ongoing investigations.
Authorities say he is expected to be arraigned before court in the coming days.
The Police Service has meanwhile reaffirmed its commitment to taking firm action against acts of violence, threats, and incitement directed at security personnel and the public.
Source: citinews
