- National Security uncovered stolen electrical materials in Sekondi-Takoradi
- Items included cable drums, switches, and meter boxes linked to ECG
- Two suspects arrested; one claims to be a legitimate ECG contractor
The Western Regional Office of the National Security has uncovered a large stash of suspected stolen electrical materials in Kansawurodo, a suburb of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis.
The discovery, which followed an intelligence-based operation, revealed the items hidden in a concealed location within an unfinished building believed to be connected to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
Among the recovered items were 46 cable drums, electrical switches, meter boxes, meter cases, iron angle bars, and various other valuable components commonly associated with ECG infrastructure.
The materials are suspected to be part of missing supplies from the power distribution company. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the discovery and are currently assisting with the investigation.
Hashim Torkonu, a National Security operative who led the operation, told Channel One News on Monday, April 7, that the circumstances surrounding the discovery suggest possible misappropriation. He also pointed out that the situation differed from a previous seizure made at a private residence, which is still under investigation.
He explained that inconsistencies in the suspect’s explanation from the earlier case have raised additional suspicions.
Torkonu added that the Regional Security Coordinator would soon contact the national headquarters in Accra for further guidance, particularly since no one has yet claimed ownership of the newly discovered stock.
“The stocks here are different from those found at the private residence, which belonged to a contractor. Our only issue with him is how those materials ended up in his private home. Additionally, the list he provided us was not the same as the actual one we uncovered, so we are still in the early stages of the investigation,” Torkonu said.
“The regional security coordinator will call Accra immediately for further instructions. As of now, no one has come forward to claim the materials. We’ve also spoken to local residents, but they don’t know who owns the goods,” he added.
When questioned, local residents were also unable to identify the person responsible for storing or transporting the materials.
One of the suspects, Evans Lartey, who identified himself as a certified ECG contractor, maintained his innocence. He explained that he legally supplies meters and cables to the ECG under contract and insisted that his involvement in the supply chain was legitimate.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the source and legality of the materials.
