Central East Police Launch Manhunt After Fatal Shooting of Mobile Money Vendor at Gomoa Dominase

The Central East Regional Police Command has intensified its search for a gang of armed robbers following a deadly attack at the Gomoa Dominase Onion Market on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The incident resulted in the tragic death of Hamisu Abdulai, a mobile money vendor, who was targeted by masked gunmen during the violent operation. A second individual sustained serious gunshot wounds during the attack and is currently undergoing treatment at a health facility. The brazen nature of the daylight robbery has sparked significant concern among the local business community.

According to police reports, the armed group stormed the busy market area and opened fire, causing immediate panic among traders and patrons. Although police officers arrived at the scene shortly after being alerted to the situation, the suspects managed to evade capture by fleeing into the dense bushes surrounding the market area. Crime scene investigators from the Regional Command have since conducted a thorough sweep of the site, recovering critical forensic evidence including 14 spent BB cartridges and one live cartridge, which are being processed to help identify the weaponry used.

The murder of Hamisu Abdulai highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by mobile money operators in the Central Region, who remain frequent targets for violent crime. The Central East Regional Police Command is calling on residents of Gomoa Dominase and the general public to provide any information that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators. Authorities have assured potential informants of their anonymity and have encouraged the use of emergency contact numbers to facilitate the sharing of tips that might assist in bringing the suspects to justice.