Accra: The Ghana Police Service has interdicted five of its personnel after viral videos emerged depicting conduct that brings the Service into disrepute. The news of the interdiction was contained in a statement issued on May 4, 2026.
According to Ghana Web, the Service further disclosed that the affected officers have been handed over to the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) for further investigations. "The affected personnel, Chief Inspector Matthew Blay, Chief Inspector Francis Arthur, Inspector Eric Osei of the Osu Police Station in Accra, Sergeant Amos Dery of the National Protection Unit (NPU) as well as Inspector Joseph Okyere Asabre of the Obuasi Police District, have been handed over to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for investigations in line with the Service's internal disciplinary procedures," the statement said.
The statement reaffirmed the Service's commitment to integrity and professionalism and assured the public that appropriate action would be taken after investigations. "The Ghana Police Service reiterates its commitment to professionalism, integrity, and accountability, and assures the public that appropriate action will be taken upon the conclusion of the investigation," it added.