The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for a lone suspect connected to a shooting incident in Ashaiman on the night of August 25 2024. According to a 3News report the violence broke out following a heated argument among a group of individuals. The suspect allegedly produced a firearm and discharged several rounds before fleeing the scene.
Official reports from the Ghana Police Service confirm that one man was pronounced dead upon arrival at a nearby health facility. Two other victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently undergoing emergency treatment. Citi Newsroom reports that the police have cordoned off the specific area where the shooting occurred to collect forensic evidence and shell casings for analysis.
Local residents informed GhanaWeb that the atmosphere in the community remains tense as security personnel maintain a heavy presence to prevent any retaliatory actions. The police have not yet released the identities of the victims out of respect for their families. Investigators are currently conducting door to door inquiries and reviewing available surveillance footage from nearby businesses to track the movement of the suspect.
The Accra Regional Police Command has urged the public to remain calm while the investigation continues. In a statement referenced by various local media outlets the police requested that anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect should contact the nearest police station. Authorities emphasized that they are following several leads to ensure the perpetrator faces the full rigors of the law.