The Accra Regional Police Command, in collaboration with the Accra Central Division, has arrested a suspect following a series of thefts reported during the Diaspora Summit 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).
The summit, which drew numerous local and international participants, was marred by several incidents of theft, prompting heightened police vigilance and the launch of an undercover operation.
According to the police, on Friday, December 19, 2025, officers responded to complaints from attendees about stolen personal belongings, including mobile phones, iPads, and credit cards.
In response, a covert operation was carried out at the event to enhance security and safeguard participants.
Addressing the press on Tuesday, December 23, the Superintendent of Police and Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, Ms. Juliana Obeng, revealed that officers identified and apprehended Regan Kwesi Egui-Addo, also known as Morgan Addo, a suspect already on the police wanted list for previous theft-related offences within the Accra Central Police Division.
“The suspect was found posing as a legitimate participant at the event, wearing an official summit tag,” Ms. Obeng said. “However, upon questioning, he failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for his presence at the conference, leading to his arrest.”
Egui-Addo was subsequently detained at the Ministries Police Station, where investigations are ongoing.
Preliminary findings indicate that Egui-Addo allegedly uses a deceptive method to steal ATM cards. “He manipulates situations at ATM locations to make transactions difficult for users. After creating such difficulties, he approaches victims under the guise of offering assistance, only to swap their ATM cards with his own,” the police said.
Investigations have confirmed that Egui-Addo withdrew unspecified amounts from various ATM locations using stolen cards. The suspect is believed to have targeted participants during conference breaks, stealing ATM cards and other valuables from bags and laptops while attendees were distracted.
Following the arrest, police conducted a search of Egui-Addo’s residence in Ashaley-Botwe, recovering eight ATM cards belonging to different individuals, including:
-GCB ReadyCash ATM Card – Angela Esi Anderson
-GCB Debit Plus VISA Card – Ishaka Marissu
-GCB Debit Plus Mastercard – Abena Safan
-GCB Classic Mastercard – Ruby Esenam Bana
-GCB ReadyCash ATM Card – Alimatu Inussa
-ABSA International Debit VISA Card – Ransford Ashitey
-GTB Bank Mastercard – Serial number 545441003674430
-Fidelity Bank VISA Card – Eddie Elliot
“The cards, which are now being retained as exhibits, will be subject to further investigation. We will engage the relevant banks to verify the rightful owners of the cards and assist in our ongoing inquiries,” Ms. Obeng stated.
During the briefing, she reassured the public of the police’s commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property during major events.
“The police will continue to provide adequate security to ensure the safety of attendees during public events, especially as we approach the festive season,” she said. “However, we urge the public to remain vigilant, keep their personal belongings under close supervision at all times, and report any suspicious persons or activities promptly to the police.”
She emphasised that while security measures are in place, public cooperation is crucial to reducing theft and ensuring a safe environment.
She stated that the police are collaborating closely with financial institutions to trace the ownership of the stolen ATM cards.