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Police Interdict Officer for Assaulting Reporter During Ablekuma North Election

11Jul

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Police Interdict Officer for Assaulting Reporter During Ablekuma North Election

The Ghana Police Service has taken swift disciplinary action after a viral video surfaced showing an officer assaulting a reporter during the ongoing election duty at Ablekuma North. According to a press release dated July 11, 2025, the officer involved has been interdicted and withdrawn from his post. The case has been referred to the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) for investigation. The Police assured the public of a thorough probe into the matter, emphasizing their commitment to accountability and professionalism. The statement was signed by ASP Richmond Mensah, Assistant Superintendent of Police and Public Affairs Officer.

Journalist Assaulted by Police Officer at Ablekuma North Rerun

11Jul

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Journalist Assaulted by Police Officer at Ablekuma North Rerun

Tensions flared during the parliamentary election rerun in Ablekuma North as a journalist from the EIB Network was reportedly slapped by a police officer at the Church of Pentecost, North Odorkor 2 polling station. The incident, which has sparked outrage, is being condemned as an attack on press freedom. Calls are mounting for the officer involved to be suspended and investigated. Many, including EIB colleague Akua Oteng Amponsah, are demanding swift action from the Ghana Police Service, stating that journalists in Ghana deserve better protection, especially during critical democratic processes. The Ghana Police Service has yet to comment on the incident https://www.facebook.com/share/v/17688H3xMp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Police arrest suspect in assault on Journalist

9Jun

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Police arrest suspect in assault on Journalist

The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the recent assault on Mr. Latif Iddrisu, a journalist with JoyNews. The arrest follows an incident on May 27, 2025, during a protest in front of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra. The demonstration was staged by members of parliament and supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) over the arrest of Mr. Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as “Chairman Wontumi,” the party’s Ashanti Regional Chairman. A statement issued and signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs for the Accra Region, said Mr. Iddrisu, who was covering the demonstration, was reportedly attacked by some protestors. It said the ...

Police Arrest Suspect in Viral Machete Assault Video

10Apr

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Police Arrest Suspect in Viral Machete Assault Video

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with a disturbing viral video showing a young man being assaulted with a machete near a fuel tanker. The arrest, which took place on April 9, 2025, was part of an intelligence-led operation aimed at swiftly bringing the perpetrator to justice. The suspect, identified as Dawuda Sumaila, who works as a tanker driver’s mate, is currently in police custody and is assisting with investigations. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Anyinam, a town in the Eastern Region. The viral footage, which sparked public outrage on social media, shows Sumaila violently attacking the victim with a machete. Authorities have assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway and that just...