Police officer arrested after pistol discharges during struggle with drivers

The Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command is investigating a shooting incident involving a police officer at Ritz Junction that left two people with gunshot wounds.

The incident occurred on Sunday, October 11, following a confrontation between General Sergeant Mathew Aboase, stationed at the Madina Police Station, and some drivers of the Ritz Junction Taxi Drivers Union.

According to preliminary police investigations, the confrontation escalated after the officer allegedly threatened the drivers with his pistol, prompting them to attempt to disarm him.

The weapon reportedly discharged during the ensuing struggle, hitting two people who were nearby.

The victims, identified as Doe Asinyo and 34-year-old Gifty Nyimahen, were rushed to the Madina Pentecost Hospital for medical attention.

Asinyo sustained a gunshot wound to his left thigh. He was treated and subsequently discharged.

Nyimahen, who sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen, was admitted for treatment before being referred to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for further medical care.

The police have arrested General Sergeant Aboase in connection with the incident. He remains in custody as investigations continue.

The officer’s service pistol has also been retained as evidence to assist investigators in establishing the circumstances surrounding the shooting.