Two individuals have been arrested for unlawfully entering the Osu Cemetery and digging a grave, amid growing concerns over illegal exhumations and the unauthorized sale of burial spaces at the historic burial ground.
According to sources familiar with the incident, the suspects were apprehended after cemetery authorities and security personnel detected suspicious activity within the cemetery.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the individuals had no official authorization to access the site or undertake any burial-related work.
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The arrest follows increasing reports of illicit practices at the cemetery, including the exhumation of remains and the illegal sale of grave plots to unsuspecting members of the public.
These activities have raised serious concerns about the safety, dignity, and proper management of the burial site.
The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with investigations to determine whether they are part of a larger network involved in the unlawful occupation and commercialization of cemetery spaces.
Authorities have reiterated that all burials and grave-related activities must follow approved procedures and be carried out by authorized personnel only.
They also warned that anyone found engaging in illegal cemetery activities will face prosecution.
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Management of the cemetery has appealed to the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help curb the growing menace and preserve the sanctity of the cemetery.