The North East Regional Police Command has deployed additional personnel to track down suspects involved in a fatal shooting on the Bolgatanga Tamale highway. According to a Ghana Police Service statement the attack targeted a passenger bus traveling toward the southern part of the country during the late hours of the night. Security officials indicate that the unidentified gunmen fired several rounds into the vehicle before fleeing the scene into nearby bushes.
A report from Citi Newsroom states that one person was confirmed dead at the scene while eight other passengers sustained gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to the Walewale Government Hospital for emergency medical treatment. Medical officials at the facility confirmed to local reporters that the injured individuals are currently in stable condition while the deceased has been deposited at the morgue for autopsy procedures.
The Ghana Police Service has cautioned the public and commuters to remain vigilant while traveling along the corridor. Official statements from the police signify that intelligence led operations are ongoing in the surrounding communities to identify the perpetrators. The motive for the attack remains under investigation as authorities examine the scene for forensic evidence and gather witness testimonies from the surviving passengers.
GhanaWeb reports that the incident caused temporary traffic disruptions on the highway as security forces cordoned off the area for initial investigations. Local traditional leaders in Walewale have called for increased police patrols to ensure the safety of travelers and residents. The North East Regional Minister has reportedly visited the injured victims and assured the public that the culprits will face the full rigors of the law once apprehended.