A 19-year-old pregnant woman has been shot and is in critical condition. The shooting happened Thursday night.
The incident took place in Haawa Besease. This is in the Atwima Nwabiagya South District of the Ashanti Region.
The woman was reportedly hit by a stray bullet. This occurred while she was attending the final funeral rites of someone. She was shot in the abdomen.
The victim has been identified as Alice Serwaa. She lost her pregnancy as a result of the shooting.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Further details are expected from a Ghana Police Service statement.
The funeral rites were for a deceased individual. The area was gathering for the ceremony when the shooting happened.
The Atwima Nwabiagya South District has seen incidents that require police attention. This current event is being handled by the Ghana Police Service.
The health of Alice Serwaa remains a concern. Medical professionals are attending to her injuries.
This event highlights the dangers that can arise unexpectedly, even during solemn occasions.