The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for suspected armed robbers who shot and killed two police officers in Binduri in the Upper East Region.

The tragic incident occurred at Poyamirea, near the outskirts of Binduri, where the officers, who were in plain clothes and riding a private motorbike, were reportedly ambushed while traveling from Bongo to Binduri.

According to preliminary investigations, the attackers opened fire on the officers and made away with their motorbike.

Authorities have withheld the names of the deceased officers to allow for proper notification of their families, in accordance with customary practices.

In a statement issued by the Public Affairs Directorate of the Ghana Police Service, the police administration extended its condolences to the bereaved families and assured the public of swift action.