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Man apprehended in Ghana for attempted car theft claims he was 'testing the vehicle'

A man accused of attempting to steal a car in broad daylight at Ashaiman-Zenu Container Junction in Ghana has been apprehended. The suspect, confronted by locals, asserted he was merely 'testing the car'. Videos of the incident show him being beaten by a crowd before making his claim.

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An individual apprehended in Ghana for allegedly attempting to steal a vehicle in broad daylight has stated that he was only "testing the car." The incident took place at the Ashaiman-Zenu Container Junction.

Eyewitnesses reported that residents became suspicious after observing the suspect tampering with a parked car. A crowd quickly assembled and confronted the man.

Man apprehended for attempted car theft in Ghana

As the situation intensified, the suspect was overpowered by the gathered crowd and subjected to physical assault.

A video circulating online captures the suspect pleading with bystanders, insisting he had no intention of stealing the vehicle and was merely "testing the car."

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