Ghana police interdict officer over death of 23-year-old law student

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended General Corporal Robert Koranteng in connection with the death of 23-year-old Law student, Ivan Baidoo. The incident occurred on the Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026, when Baidoo was traveling as a pillion passenger on a motorcycle. A police statement revealed that Koranteng was identified, arrested, and interdicted following an investigation into a video related to the incident.

The Homicide Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has been working diligently to uncover the complete details of the event. The Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) is responsible for examining the actions of the officer currently in custody. The Police Service has assured the public that the matter is receiving thorough scrutiny, and appropriate actions will be taken based on the results of the investigations.

Baidoo's family appealed to the public for any information that could help determine the circumstances leading to his passing. Ivan Baidoo was a Law student at Central University College. The family placed a reward of GH¢50,000 for anyone with information leading to the arrest and conviction of the alleged perpetrators. The incident was reported by GNA.