Calls for attack on soldiers unlawful – GAF warns public

“It is important to note, that soldiers like any individuals, have the right to self-defense when faced with imminent threats or attacks that pose danger to their lives or the lives of others. In situations where soldiers are confronted with immediate threats or acts of violence, they are allowed to use necessary and proportionate force to protect themselves and others. It must be noted that the outcome of such avoidable confrontations may be unpleasant and dire”.

GAF further noted that, “It is against this premise that GAF wishes to remind and caution the public that assaulting or attacking soldiers is a grave offense punishable by law. It implores all citizens to respect, cooperate, and support our soldiers and to refrain from engaging in acts of violence or incitement against them”.

In a related story, a military officer stationed at the Tarkwa-Aboso military quarters in the Tarkwa Nsueam Municipality of the Western region is battling for his life after illegal miners at Wassa Akyempim in the Wassa East district of the Western region assaulted him at a mining site.