COVID-19 lockdown: Soldier shoots civilian dead at Ashaiman
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has said it is investigating a shooting incident that occurred in Ashaiman, Accra, on Sunday, 5 April 2020 that led to the death of a civilian.
A statement signed by Colonel E. Aggrey-Quashie, Director, Public Relations, said the accidental shooting happened when a civilian attempted disarming a soldier who was conducting an arrest as part of ‘OP COVID SAFETY’.
“The civilian was being arrested on suspicion of indulging in illegal conduct contrary to the Narcotics Act. Initial reports are that the suspect, in resisting arrest, attempted to disarm the soldier, leading to a struggle during which the soldier’s rifle accidentally went off.
‘The suspect sustained life-threatening injuries and while being conveyed to the hospital for medical attention, unfortunately, passed on. The body has been deposited at the Police Hospital morgue in Accra".
Investigations have already commenced into the incident.
“The Ghana Armed Forces wishes to assure the general public that details of its investigations will be duly communicated.”
Source: ClassFMonline.com
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