S/R: Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Alleged Lynching

The Savannah Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged lynching of a young man to death at Daboya in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region.

The suspects, Adjei Abdulai, 25, a carpenter and Issah Mahama, 22, a student, were arrested following investigations into the incident, which was captured in a video circulating on social media.

According to a press release issued on August 26, 2026, by the Regional Police Commander, DCOP David K. Amoako, preliminary investigations indicate that the victim, identified as Yibonwura, was allegedly attacked and severely assaulted after he was accused of stealing sheanuts.

He subsequently died from the injuries sustained during the assault.

The two suspects are currently in police custody assisting investigations.

The Command said a manhunt is underway for the third suspect, who is currently at large.

It added that investigations are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and to ensure that all persons connected to the crime are brought to justice.

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