The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested a 42-year-old man, Alex Darko, in connection with a viral video in which he allegedly disseminated false information about the Ghana Police Service.
According to the police, Darko was arrested at Awutu Bawjiase in the Central Region following intelligence-led operations.
A police statement issued on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, said the suspect was captured on video making serious allegations, including claims that police officers supply firearms to armed robbers—assertions the police say are false and capable of creating fear and panic among the public, as well as undermining confidence in the Service.
“Upon intelligence, a team of police officers from the Bawjiase District Police Command arrested the suspect at his hideout at about 2:00am,” the statement said.
The police added that during investigations, Alex Darko admitted to being the individual featured in the viral video and confirmed that he personally recorded and published it.
The statement further disclosed that the suspect was arraigned before the Ofaakor Circuit Court on the same day and has been remanded into police custody.
“He was put before the Ofaakor Circuit Court today, January 27, 2026, and has been remanded into police custody to reappear on February 12, 2026,” the police noted.
Meanwhile, the Central East Regional Police Command has cautioned the public against making unverified and inflammatory statements that could erode public trust in security institutions.
“The Central East Regional Police Command wishes to caution the public against any such unfortunate statements,” the statement added.
See the full statement below :
