Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Emmanuel Teye-Cudjoe, the Ashanti Regional Police Commander, has vowed to ensure justice is served following the fatal shooting incident at Nyinahin.
During a visit to the grieving community, DCOP Teye-Cudjoe described the shooting, which left one civilian dead and three others injured, as a crime and promised that the military personnel involved would be apprehended.
“He is an individual who committed this criminal act, and we will fish him out. We want to assure the people of Nyinahin that we will go all out and make sure that justice is served,” he assured, stressing that one person’s actions should not tarnish the reputation of the Ghana Armed Forces.
The clash between the military and mourners has heightened tensions and fears within the Nyinahin community.
Victims who sustained injuries have begun recounting their ordeals, with one indicating that he had exhausted his savings on medical treatment and was now seeking government support.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Nyinahin, Nana Amapene Boateng Twum II, expressed grave concern over the incident, pleading with authorities to thoroughly investigate and punish those responsible.
“We are all under the law; no one is above it. Even if there was provocation, you are not supposed to shoot a person. This case is serious,” he stated.
Member of Parliament for Atwima Mponua, Seth Osei Akoto, also joined calls for calm and justice. Addressing residents, he assured them that the regional police command, traditional authorities, and his office would follow through to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book.
“We are appealing to the whole community to stay calm,” he said, reaffirming the commitment to a fair investigation and accountability in the wake of the tragic event.
