Robbers Terrorize Buokrom Estate

RESIDENTS OF Buokrom Estate, a residential area in Kumasi, capital of the Ashanti region, say they are living in fear, following the activities of some hardened armed robbers, who are said to be terrorizing residents of the town.

The hoodlums, most of them teenagers, reportedly embark on their robbery expedition with guns and other deadly weapons.

Residents have lost items such as flat television sets, fridges, mobile phones and other expensive items in the last two years.

Sharing some of their ordeals on Nhyira FM, a resident, Nana Gudom, who happened to be a victim, said some of the robbers recently invaded his home around 12 noon when he was at work.

He said the they killed his security dog and made away with some valuables items.

The victim, who says he sees no end to the robberies anytime soon, appealed to the police in the region to put in place mechanisms that would help protect life and property in the area.

By: Afia Sarpong Amankwa/ thePublisher