An elderly woman has been arrested and assaulted in a village in the Northern Region. The 70-year-old woman was accused of witchcraft by some residents. The Ghana Police Service is investigating the assault. Authorities have warned against taking the law into your own hands.
The incident took place recently according to a police statement. The woman was reportedly beaten by the angry villagers. Details about the exact location within the Northern Region were not immediately available. This type of accusation has led to violence in some communities.
Law enforcement officers have intervened and are looking into the matter. They have made it clear that such actions are against the law. The police are urging the public to report any suspicions to them instead of resorting to violence.
No further details about the condition of the woman or any arrests made by the police in connection to the assault have been released. The investigation is ongoing.