A confrontation involving miners and security forces occurred at Kyebi in the Eastern Region. A joint team of Military and Police personnel was reportedly conducting an anti-illegal mining operation.
Reports indicate that one person was shot in the leg during the incident. The injured individual received medical attention.
The exact sequence of events leading to the shooting remains under investigation by authorities.
The operation was carried out by personnel believed to be attached to the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.