The Police have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident at Kenyasi in the Ahafo Region today, Tuesday, 15th November 2022, which resulted in the death of one person and injury to four others.
According to sources, personnel from the Formed Police Unit and Counter-Terrorism Unit stationed with the Newmont company had an exchange with a motor rider gunning one person down in the ensuing struggle.
The unfortunate death sparked a revolt by the youth leading to four more people being shot.
Following the incident, some members of the community went on a rampage in the town causing the destruction of vehicles.
Police have however intensified law, order and security operations in the area and calm has since been restored.
Investigation continues and the Police say anybody found culpable will be taken through the due process of the law.