A suspected thief has been captured on CCTV footage stealing an air conditioning unit in broad daylight in Takoradi, sparking concern among residents over increasing petty theft in the area.
According to eyewitnesses and initial reports, the incident occurred earlier this week in one of the commercial neighborhoods of the city.
The suspect, believed to be in his late 30s, was seen tampering with the external unit of the air conditioner mounted on a building before forcibly removing it and fleeing the scene.
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The entire act was captured by surveillance cameras installed on a nearby property.
The footage, which has since gone viral on social media, shows the man working methodically, using tools to detach the unit before walking away casually with the stolen item.
His face is clearly visible in the video, and authorities have confirmed that investigations are underway to identify and apprehend him.
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Residents and business owners in Takoradi have expressed concern over the brazen nature of the theft, calling for increased police patrols and better neighborhood surveillance.
Many have also urged landlords and shop owners to invest in stronger security measures to deter such incidents.
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