By Grace Zigah
The Asankragwa Divisional Police Command has dismissed 10 reported cases of alleged missing genitalia across parts of the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality after medical examinations found all complainants medically normal, while warning residents against spreading false allegations and attacking suspected persons.
The police said the reports, recorded between October 17 and October 26, 2026, triggered concern in several communities within the division’s operational area, with preliminary investigations pointing to panic, anxiety and misinformation as major factors behind the allegations.
Addressing a press briefing in Asankragwa on Monday, October 26, 2026, the Divisional Police Commander, Chief Superintendent Vitus Napen, disclosed that the first complaint was reported at Wassa Dunkwa on October 17, before nine additional cases were recorded in other communities.
According to the commander, clinical assessments conducted on all 10 complainants confirmed that their genitalia were intact and medically normal, contradicting the claims that had prompted the police reports.
The police consequently urged residents to remain calm and avoid taking action against individuals based on unverified allegations.
Wassa Dunkwa Records 6 Cases
Providing a breakdown of the reports, Chief Superintendent Napen said Wassa Dunkwa recorded six of the 10 cases, making it the community with the highest number of complaints.
Asankragwa recorded two cases, while Aboi Nkwanta and Breman reported one case each.
In the complaints received by the police, the individuals alleged that their genitalia disappeared immediately after they came into physical contact with other people.
However, medical examinations arranged by the police reportedly found no evidence to support the allegations.
The commander said preliminary investigations suggested that widespread fear, anxiety and misinformation were contributing to the reports.
The police did not identify any medically confirmed case of genital disappearance among the 10 complaints.
The development has raised concerns about the consequences of unverified allegations in communities where fear and rumours can quickly escalate into confrontation.
Mob Attacks Police Patrol Team at Breman
Beyond the reported cases, the Divisional Police Commander disclosed an incident at Breman in which a mob attacked a police patrol team responding to a complaint involving an alleged genital theft.
According to the police, officers had been dispatched to rescue a suspect accused of stealing a man’s genitalia when members of the mob allegedly attempted to lynch the suspect.
During the incident, the mob smashed the rear windscreen of the police patrol vehicle.
The attack has raised concerns about the safety of suspects and security personnel when allegations provoke public anger before investigations can establish the facts.
The police condemned the incident, stressing that suspects must be handled through established legal procedures rather than subjected to mob violence.
Chief Superintendent Napen warned that individuals who assault security officers or destroy state property would face arrest and prosecution.
He further cautioned residents against taking the law into their own hands, particularly in cases involving allegations that have not been verified.
Police Warn Against False Alarms and Misinformation
The commander also reminded the public that making false reports and deliberately misleading public officers could carry legal consequences.
He urged residents to report genuine concerns to the police and cooperate with investigations instead of spreading claims that could trigger panic or put innocent people at risk.
The police said the medical findings in the 10 reported cases should serve as a reason for residents to exercise caution before accepting or circulating similar allegations.
Chief Superintendent Napen called on traditional authorities, assembly members and community leaders across the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality to educate residents about the dangers of misinformation and mob action.
He emphasised the importance of allowing law enforcement agencies to investigate complaints and determine the appropriate course of action based on evidence.
Investigations Into Breman Vandalism Continue
The Asankragwa Divisional Police Command disclosed that investigations into the destruction of the patrol vehicle at Breman were ongoing.
The police have warned that attacks on officers responding to emergencies could undermine efforts to protect lives, maintain public order and prevent violence against suspects.
The police are therefore urging residents to cooperate with security personnel and use lawful channels to resolve disputes.
