A police officer is reportedly said to have arrested a colleague attached to the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) over allegations that the officer was collecting money from commercial vehicle operators without lawful authorization.
The incident is said to have occurred during a routine operation involving trotro drivers, where the MTTD officer was allegedly accused of demanding cash from drivers in circumstances that raised concerns among fellow officers and motorists.
According to the account circulating, the police officer who effected the arrest reportedly intervened after becoming suspicious of the manner in which the money was allegedly being collected from the commercial drivers.
The development has reportedly generated discussions about accountability within the Police Service, particularly regarding allegations of officers using their positions to demand unofficial payments from motorists.
Concerns over alleged unlawful collections from commercial drivers have surfaced on several occasions, with some drivers previously accusing traffic personnel of demanding money without providing official receipts. Such allegations have prompted calls for stronger supervision and disciplinary measures where misconduct is established.
The latest reported incident also highlights the importance of internal accountability within the Ghana Police Service. While the allegations remain subject to investigation, any officer found to have abused his or her authority could face appropriate disciplinary or legal action.
Authorities are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether the MTTD officer actually collected money unlawfully from the drivers.
The Ghana Police Service has previously emphasized road-law enforcement and monitoring of motorists through its MTTD operations, making allegations of misconduct involving traffic officers particularly significant.
Source: GhanaNsem
