Police Assure Public of Swift Action Following Assaults During Ablekuma North Election Re-run

The Accra Regional Police Command has assured the public that decisive action will be taken against individuals involved in violent incidents during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election re-run held on Friday, July 11, 2025.

According to a statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, the Police recorded a number of isolated incidents of violence, including assaults, which briefly disrupted voting at some polling stations.

Preliminary investigations suggest that these acts of violence created temporary chaos but were quickly managed by police officers, who intervened promptly to restore calm and ensure the continuation of the electoral process.

“The Regional Command is taking steps to identify perpetrators, and anyone found to have engaged in acts of violence, intimidation, or breach of the peace will be arrested and taken through the due process of law,” the statement emphasized.

The Police are urging members of the public with any relevant information about those responsible for the disturbances to come forward. Reports can be made via the emergency numbers 18555 or 191.

The Command reiterated its commitment to maintaining law and order and safeguarding the integrity of Ghana’s democratic process.

The re-run in Ablekuma North followed a court-ordered annulment of the original parliamentary election results due to irregularities. Despite the isolated disturbances, most polling stations reported a peaceful voting process.