The Tema Regional Police Command has begun a full-scale manhunt for a gang of armed robbers who shot and killed a 68-year-old man during a violent attack at a drinking spot opposite the Tema Community 9 Cemetery on Friday, November 7, 2025.
According to police reports, the victim, identified as a British national, was seated with some friends when six men on two motorbikes stormed the area.
Two of the assailants reportedly approached their table, and one snatched the victim’s mobile phone.
When the victim attempted to retrieve it, one of the robbers fired at him before the gang sped off on their motorbikes.
He was rushed to the Tema General Hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Police investigators later retrieved a 9mm spent shell from the scene, which has been sent for forensic analysis.
ASP Dede Dzakpasu, Head of Public Affairs at the Tema Regional Police Command, said witnesses at the scene have been assisting investigators as a full-scale operation has been launched to track down the perpetrators.
Meanwhile, efforts are underway to formally notify the British Embassy about the tragic incident.
The Police Command has assured the public that all measures are being taken to bring the culprits to justice.