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Police Apprehend Additional Suspect in Aflao Mobile Money Vendor Murder

Aflao: The Volta Regional Police Command has arrested an additional suspect in connection with the robbery and murder of mobile money vendor, Christopher Ahordor, at Aflao on April 28, 2025.

According to Ghana News Agency, a press release signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police Felix Danku, Public Relations Officer, indicated that the suspect, Happy Sewordor, 65, is believed to be the father of Michael Sewornu, who was previously arrested and remanded in connection with the case. The police retrieved four single-barrel cap guns, one locally made pistol, fourteen AAA and one BB empty cartridges, a quantity of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, and some illicit drugs suspected to be Tramadol from his room.

Investigations have revealed that Sewordor collected these items from a house in Aflao, allegedly owned by his son, Michael Sewornu. Sewordor was arraigned on May 21, 2025, and remanded into prison custody to assist with ongoing investigations. He is scheduled to reappear in court on June 16, 2025.

Furthermore, on May 12, 2025, the Police Anti-Armed Robbery Unit at CID Headquarters, Accra, arrested three additional suspects: Hadi Sulley, 22; Ewe Abraham; and Eric Dordzinu, 25. These individuals were handed over to the Volta Regional Police Command on May 14, 2025, for further investigation. They were arraigned on May 19, 2025, and remanded into police custody, with a court appearance set for June 16, 2025.

Previously arrested suspects, Korku Agboada, Utsuku Onyeso, and Michael Sewornu, were arraigned on May 14, 2025, and also remanded into prison custody. Their case was adjourned to June 16, 2025. Another suspect, Atsu Agbagla, was granted police enquiry bail to assist with the investigations.

The Regional Police Command has commended the public for its support in combating crime and reiterated its commitment to ensuring security in the region.