Fear and panic have gripped health workers at the Akoti Health Centre in Assin Wurakese in the Assin Fosu Municipality of the Central Region after a group of armed individuals stormed the facility and brutally attacked a patient receiving treatment.
The incident occurred after a violent altercation between a man identified as Yaw Buabeng and a couple, during which both parties reportedly inflicted cutlass wounds on each other.
One of the victims, Daniel, who sustained deep wounds on his arm, was the first to arrive at the facility for urgent medical attention.
Shortly after, Yaw Buabeng, bleeding heavily from head and hand injuries, also was rushed to the centre for help. However, as nurses began treating him, a group of about ten young men, armed with machetes, sticks, and clubs, stormed the facility and assaulted Buabeng, beating him into a coma.
The horrifying attack sent nurses fleeing for their lives, abandoning the facility in fear.
Health officials are now demanding a full-scale police investigation and the immediate arrest of the assailants. They warn that if the perpetrators are not brought to justice, they will seek transfers, citing grave security concerns at the facility.
The incident has been officially reported to the Assin Fosu District Police Command for investigation.
In response, a team of police officers led by District Commander ASP Jacob Kumdzro, alongside Assin Fosu Municipal Health Director Mr. Benjamin Amoakoh, visited the facility to assess the situation and reassure the staff of their safety. They pledged to strengthen security at the centre to prevent future attacks.
Speaking to Radio Fosu news , Divisional Police Commander ACP Dr. Asare Nyarkoh said the police are working to engage community leaders and educate residents on the dangers of violence and lawlessness.
He disclosed that Yaw Buabeng, the prime suspect in the initial altercation, is currently receiving treatment at St. Francis Hospital under police guard.
ACP Nyarkoh appealed for calm as investigations continue.
Credit: Oheneba Yeboah, Fosu Radio.
