Ghana Police Launch Investigations into Fatal Nkwanta Shooting and Violent Benso Youth Unrest

The Ghana Police Service has intensified security operations and investigations following two separate violent incidents in the Oti and Western Regions. In Nkwanta, authorities are probing the murder of a 36-year-old man, while in Benso, a clash between local youth and forestry officials has left several injured and property destroyed. These developments have prompted a swift response from law enforcement agencies to restore order and bring the perpetrators to justice.

In the Western Region, calm has been restored to Benso, Tarkwa, after a violent disturbance broke out on June 7. The unrest was reportedly sparked by a confrontation between 22-year-old Prosper Kwame Eshun and forestry officials over the relocation of his motorcycle. The dispute quickly escalated as a larger group of youth joined the fray, attacking the Forestry Commission office. The mob caused significant damage to the facility and stole equipment, while two individuals sustained injuries, including one person who suffered gunshot wounds. The police are currently monitoring the situation and have assured the public of an ongoing investigation to identify those responsible for the violence.

Simultaneously, the Nkwanta District Police Command in the Oti Region has launched a manhunt following the murder of Thomas Adon at Keri. The 36-year-old victim was found dead on Sunday with multiple gunshot wounds after a joint Police-Military team responded to reports of gunfire. Investigators at the scene recovered spent cartridges and other physical evidence. The body of the deceased has since been deposited at the St. Joseph’s Hospital Mortuary for a post-mortem examination. Police officials have urged the local community to remain calm while pleading for any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects involved in the fatal shooting.

As investigations continue into both cases, the police have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining national security and protecting lives and property. In Benso, the focus remains on tracking down the individuals involved in the assault on the Forestry Commission, while in Nkwanta, the joint security forces are working to prevent any retaliatory violence. Authorities have emphasized that cooperation from the public is essential for successful prosecutions and the long-term stability of these communities.