A shooting incident at a funeral has left a pregnant teenager wounded and her unborn child dead. The event took place in Hiawu Besiase, within the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality in the Ashanti Region. Local authorities confirmed the details on Friday.
The victim is a 19-year-old woman who was pregnant at the time of the incident. She sustained gunshot wounds during the ceremony. Her unborn baby did not survive due to the injuries.
The shooting happened around 9 p.m. on Thursday. It occurred during the funeral rites for a local queen mother. This made the event particularly tragic for the community.
Details about the circumstances leading to the gunfire are currently unclear. Investigations are underway by the Ghana Police Service to determine who fired the shots and why. The police have not yet released details on any arrests made.
The incident has caused distress and concern among residents in Hiawu Besiase. The community was gathered to mourn and pay respects to the deceased queen mother.
This event highlights the dangers that can arise unexpectedly, even during solemn occasions. Authorities are working to bring those responsible to justice and ensure such incidents do not happen again.