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Kasoa: One person arrested over shooting of military officer

Ghana Police Arrest Suspect Connected to Shooting of Military Officer in Kasoa

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended a suspect in connection with the shooting of a military officer in Kasoa, located in the Central Region. The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at approximately 4:20 pm.

According to the police statement, the military officer believed to be in his late 30s, was fatally shot, while two other officers who were accompanying him managed to escape unharmed.

The victim was quickly transported to the Mother and Child Hospital in Kasoa for urgent medical attention but, unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead by healthcare providers.

The suspect, identified as Benlord Ababio, allegedly shot the soldier at Millennium City in Kasoa. He is currently in police custody, assisting with the investigation. The police statement also mentioned that the leadership of the Police Service is in contact with the leadership of the Ghana Armed Forces as the investigation into the incident continues.

Prior to the shooting, the deceased military officer and the two other officers had driven to the area in a Toyota Rav 4 with registration number GR 3591-24. They had previously lodged a complaint at the Millennium City District Police Command and were seeking a resolution to the matter. Upon reaching the area, they encountered individuals working on the land and were instructed to stop. They also attempted to lodge a second complaint at the Millennium City District Police station.

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However, they were intercepted by the Gyasehene of Millennium City, Benlord Ababio, who discouraged them from going to the police station to lodge another complaint. When the officers decided to proceed to the Divisional Command after their efforts at the District command proved unsuccessful, the chief fired at their vehicle from behind, resulting in the death of one of the officers.

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The police have taken swift action by arresting the suspect and are actively investigating the incident.

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