Same swift approach could have saved Takoradi girls – Security Analyst

A Security Analyst and Executive Director of the Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building, Adib Saani, says the quick reaction of the National security operatives that led to the rescue of the two Canadian girls could have been used during the search for the missing Takoradi girls.

They would have also been found and freed by now he added.

He also added that in criminology, actions and inactions within the first few hours and days after the crime has been committed, determines the success or failure of the investigation. “The longer you delay, the more evidence you lose”, he noted.

The Security Analyst examined that the Takoradi kidnapping incident was shrouded in needless delays and feet dragging and to some extent, incompetence.

Adib observed that it is imperative to bring all national security resources to bear to deal with the emerging trend of abductions in the country.

This he said would send a clear signal to potential abductors. He mentioned the need for the use of the “rational choice” theory, Where potential criminals compare risk against reward factors before perpetrating crime. “When the risk factors outweigh the reward factors, they desist. Swift, professional, diligent and robust investigations would invariably make crime a disincentive to would-be criminals as they are likely to be caught”, he noted.

Mr. Saani added that, with the right training and logistics, national security operatives can perform better in safeguarding the peace and security of Ghana.

He also suggested that, there is the need for a biometric database of all foreigners visiting and resident in Ghana.