The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered 21 mobile phones believed to have been stolen during the Easter festivities in Kasoa, Central Region.

The suspects, identified as Anthony Fiave, 25; Bright Owusu, 30; Kwaku Appiah, 38; and John Addai, 39, were intercepted following a police operation aimed at ensuring a crime‑free Easter period.

According to a statement issued by the Command, officers conducted a “stop-and-search” operation along the Kasoa, Ofaakor, Bawjiase, Swedru road in the early hours of April 6, 2026, when they stopped a Toyota Hiace vehicle with registration number GB 6246‑22.

“A thorough search of the vehicle uncovered twenty-one (21) assorted mobile phones believed to have been stolen by the suspects.”

Preliminary investigations suggest the suspects had been on what police described as a “mobile phone stealing spree” during celebrations in Agona Swedru, targeting unsuspecting victims.

“the suspects embarked on a mobile phone ‘stealing spree’… and succeeded in stealing twenty-one (21) mobile phones of various brands from celebrants," it said.

The suspects are currently in custody, assisting investigations, and are expected to be arraigned before court.

Meanwhile, the recovered phones have been kept as exhibits, with police urging victims to report to the Kasoa Divisional Command to identify and claim their property.

The Command reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining law and order, stating it is “leaving no stone unturned” in prosecuting offenders and ensuring a safer environment during and after the festive season.