The Christian Council of Ghana has condemned the assault of a handcuffed cleric. The incident occurred at the Police Headquarters in Accra.

The Council stated that the actions of a few individuals should not damage Ghana's long-standing tradition of religious tolerance. They issued a statement on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

The statement described the event as a violation. The Christian Council of Ghana is a prominent religious body.

This incident raises concerns about the treatment of individuals in police custody.