7 Arrested Over Shootings At Sampa

The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of seven individuals over indiscriminate shootings at Sampa in the Bono Region.

The shooting incident took place during the installation of a new chief for the area and claimed the life of one person yet to be identified.

Seven other people sustained various degrees of injuries.

A statement from the police said it happened on Thursday, November 30, 2023.

“The Police have today, 30th November 2023, arrested 7 people for firing indiscriminately during the installation of a paramount Chief at Sampa in the Bono Region.

According to the statement, two single barrel guns have been retrieved from the suspects who are currently in police custody.

“All the suspects are in custody assisting the investigation.”