The police in the Ashanti Region have arrested several individuals who attempted to loot shops during the Adum fire outbreak.

On Friday, March 21, 2025, a fire broke out at the Kumasi Central Business Market, causing extensive damage to numerous shops.

The source of the fire, which razed several shops, remains unknown.

While firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the flames, some individuals were caught trying to steal from the destroyed goods.