The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of two people in connection with a plot to assassinate the Chief of Akyem Kwabeng in the Eastern Region.

In a statement issued on Sunday, October 12, 2025, the Eastern South Regional Police Command gave details of how the two suspects, identified as Emelia Akua Asor and Butuakwa Seth, were arrested in an intelligence-led operation after uncovering a plan to eliminate the Chief ahead of his first Royal Durbar, scheduled for October 17, 2025.

The police indicated that after getting wind of the assassination plot, they deployed undercover officers who embedded themselves in the network of the suspects.

The principal architect of the plot, Emelia Akua Asor, unknowingly offered one of the undercover officers a huge sum of money to carry out the crime.

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"During the operation, suspect Emelia Akua Asor offered GHC 50,000.00 to undercover officers to kill the Chief and another woman, alleged to be lined up for installation as Queen Mother. She further instructed suspect Butuakwa Seth to assist in identifying the residences of the intended victims.

"Suspect Butuakwa Seth led the officers to the homes of the Chief and the woman and provided a photograph of the Chief to facilitate the planned act. The suspects also promised an additional GHC 50,000.00 upon completion of the crime," part of the statement reads.



The police also indicated that the suspects are in custody and are assisting with the investigation.

"Both suspects are currently in police custody, assisting investigations, and will be put before the court. The Eastern South Regional Police Command assures the public that it remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, especially traditional leaders in the region," the statement concludes.

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