Ghana Police arrest Adwoa Safo's brother after guns found home
Ghana Police arrested Adwoa Safo's brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, and two others after finding 195 rounds of ammunition and two Glock pistols at his home. The arrests are linked to a shooting incident that left Adwoa Safo with a gunshot injur
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Ghana Police arrest Adwoa Safo's brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, after finding 195 rounds of ammunition and two Glock pistols at his home.
“A search of his vehicle and his residence at Kwabenya led to the retrieval of a significant arsenal — 120 rounds of 9mm ammunition, 50 rounds of 45 calibre ammunition, 25 rounds of 40 calibre ammunition, additional loaded magazines, and two Glock pistols, one of which is registered in his name.”
This highlights the serious nature of the arrest and the quantity of weapons found, suggesting a significant development in the ongoing investigation. The presence of unregistered weapons could lead to additional charges.
Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena was arrested in connection with a June 21 shooting incident that injured his sister, former MP Adwoa Safo.
“The Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena — the younger brother of former MP Adwoa Safo — in connection with the June 21 shooting incident that left her with a gunshot injury to her left ear.”
This establishes the primary reason for the arrest, directly linking the brother to a violent incident involving a prominent public figure. It suggests a potential family conflict escalating to physical harm.
Two additional suspects, Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson, have been arrested and are assisting police investigations.
“Further investigations led to the arrest of two additional suspects — Nana Kwaku Afriyie and Kwadwo Safo Koomson — in connection with the case. All three suspects are currently in police custody assisting investigations and are expected to appear before court on Tuesday June 23, 2026.”
This indicates the investigation is broadening beyond just the brother and that legal proceedings are imminent. The involvement of multiple individuals suggests a potentially complex conspiracy or group action.
The shooting incident is linked to a bitter family dispute over the succession of the Kristo Asafo Mission after their father's death.
“The shooting occurred amid a bitter family dispute over the succession of the Kristo Asafo Mission following the death of their father Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.”
This provides crucial context for the violence, explaining the underlying tensions that may have led to the shooting and the subsequent arrests. It frames the incident within a larger family power struggle.
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Arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena and two others in connection with a shooting incident. They found a significant arsenal of ammunition and two Glock pistols at Akofena's home and are currently investigating the case.
Arrested after reporting himself to police in connection with the June 21 shooting incident that injured his sister. A search of his residence and vehicle led to the discovery of 195 rounds of ammunition and two Glock pistols.
The victim of a shooting incident on June 21, which resulted in a gunshot injury to her left ear. Her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena, has been arrested as a suspect in the case.
Arrested by the Ghana Police Service in connection with the shooting incident. He is currently in police custody assisting with ongoing investigations.
Arrested by the Ghana Police Service in connection with the shooting incident. He is currently in police custody assisting with ongoing investigations.
The subject of a bitter family dispute over succession following the death of Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka. This dispute is cited as the backdrop to the shooting incident.