A special police team has been sent to Gbeniyiri in the Savannah Region. The Inspector General of Police ordered the deployment. This happened because of reprisal attacks in the community.
The Ghana Police Service confirmed this deployment. The team will offer support to the regional police. This aims to help manage the situation.
The attacks were between two community groups known as Brifos and Fulanis. Specific details about the cause of the reprisal attacks were not immediately available.
Intelligence officers and investigators are part of the special team. They are working to understand the situation. They will also help maintain peace in the area.
The press release announcing the deployment was dated March 11. It stated the purpose of the team was to provide support.
Gbeniyiri is a community in the Savannah Region experiencing these conflicts. The police are responding to ensure safety.
Further actions by the special team are expected. This includes investigation and mediation efforts.