An alleged notorious thief, identified as Thompson, who has reportedly been operating around the VIP and STC bus stations in the Greater Accra Region, has been apprehended by some passengers.

In a viral video capturing the incident, a man is seen restraining and questioning Thompson while occasionally hitting him.

The man interrogates Thompson about several stolen items.

"He is a criminal. He has been going from station to station stealing from people, so take a good look at his face," the man is heard saying in the video.

Read an excerpt of their conversation below:

Man: Where did you take the stolen items?

Thompson: I took them to Circle.

Man: Are you the one who stole these phones, and did you wipe them?

Thompson: Yes.

Man: Where is the laptop?

Thompson: I gave it to one of my friends.

Man: If I take you to the police station, would you be able to show me where your friend is?

Thompson: Yes.