The family of the victim involved in Sunday’s fatal shooting incident has rebutted claims made by the police, insisting that the deceased was not a robber, but a driver’s mate.
Identified as Kwaku Sey, the victim had recently returned from Accra with his employer when the tragic incident occurred at Lakeside in Dambai, located in the Oti Region.
While the police service are yet to officially comment on the matter, they have engaged with local chiefs and the family, maintaining that officers were dispatched to arrest a suspected robber connected to a recent robbery near Dambai.
According to police accounts, a scuffle ensued during the arrest attempt, culminating in the shooting.
Eyewitness account
However, eyewitnesses present a conflicting narrative, alleging that a senior police officer ordered the fatal shot as the victim attempted to flee.
Two suspects were subsequently arrested, and granted police enquiry bail, with authorities also reporting the loss of a firearm during the altercation.
Reports from various sources suggest that the police operation targeted Lakeside due to suspicions of cannabis consumption. Nonetheless, the operation resulted in tragedy, with one individual losing his life.
Accusations have emerged regarding a strained relationship between the deceased and the officer, with claims of harassment and extortion.
In the aftermath of the clash, residents clashed with law enforcement officers, leading to damaged property and allegations of a missing rifle. Three individuals were apprehended amidst the chaos, further complicating the situation.
As the community mourns and demands answers, calls for a thorough and impartial investigation have intensified. The family of the deceased is urging authorities to ensure justice is served and those responsible are held accountable.
Per situational reports, despite the absence of an official statement from the police administration, the community remains on edge, grappling with the repercussions of the violent incident that has disrupted their peace.
