A police officer stationed at the Madina Police Station has been taken into custody following a shooting incident at Ritz Junction in Accra that left two bystanders injured.
The suspect, identified as General Sergeant Mathew Aboase, was arrested by the Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command as investigation into the matter gets underway.
Preliminary findings revealed that the incident occurred on Sunday, 11th October 2026, when a heated dispute broke out between the officer and several members of the Ritz Junction Taxi Drivers Union.
According to a press statement released by the Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, Chief Superintendent Ms Juliana Obeng, the officer allegedly threatened the drivers with his service pistol during the altercations.
“During the exchange, the drivers attempted to disarm the officer who allegedly threatened them with his pistol. In the process, the weapon accidentally discharged, resulting in gunshot injuries to two persons who were nearby,” Chief Superintendent Obeng stated.
The victims were identified as Doe Asinyo, who suffered a gunshot wound to the left thigh, and 34-year-old Gifty Nyimahen, who was shot in the abdomen.
Both victims were immediately rushed to the Madina Pentecost Hospital for medical attention. Doe Asinyo was treated and discharged, whereas Gifty Nyimahen was admitted and subsequently referred to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for further treatment.
The police confirmed that General Sergeant Aboase remains in custody as investigations continue. His service pistol has been impounded as an exhibit for evidential purposes.
“The Command assures the public that appropriate action will be taken in accordance with the law,” Chief Superintendent Obeng added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana