Ashanti Regional Police Apprehend Obuasi Murder Suspect as Fatal Juaso Highway Collision Claims Three Lives

Ghana has recorded a series of tragic incidents involving violent crime and fatal road accidents over the past few days. In a significant breakthrough for the Ashanti Regional Police Command, 25-year-old Seidu Masawudu, also known as Marshall, was arrested in connection with the alleged murder of Abdul Jabal Suleman at Abompe New Site in Obuasi. Masawudu and his girlfriend were apprehended near Bolgatanga after fleeing the scene of the crime, which is believed to be rooted in a violent gang rivalry. The arrest marks a critical step for law enforcement in curbing gang-related violence within the mining community.

On the roads, tragedy struck on Monday, July 13, 2026, when a fatal collision occurred near Juaso on the Kumasi-Accra highway. A truck driven by Stephen Amankwah collided with a van operated by Nyame Ebenezer near the NEXT BON Gas station. According to the Ghana National Fire Service, eighteen individuals were involved in the accident. Three victims, including two males and one female, died at the scene, while fifteen others sustained varying degrees of injury and were transported for medical treatment. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers of high-speed travel on one of the country's busiest transit corridors.

Adding to the weekend's unrest, a disturbing act of violence surfaced in Diaso, Central Region, where a video circulated on social media showing a man identified as Enoch attacking an 'okada' (motorcycle) rider named Boakye with a machete. The confrontation reportedly began after Enoch's girlfriend sat on Boakye's lap, triggering a jealous reaction. The footage captures Enoch threatening and striking at the rider in a public setting, prompting widespread condemnation of the use of vigilantism and bladed weapons to settle personal grievances.

These events collectively underscore the persistent challenges facing Ghanaian authorities in maintaining public safety and social order. As the police continue their investigations into the Obuasi murder and the violent assault in Diaso, there is a renewed call for increased highway patrols and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent further loss of life on the Kumasi-Accra highway. The swift apprehension of Masawudu demonstrates police vigilance, yet the volatility of the incidents in Juaso and Diaso serves as a stark reminder of the underlying risks to public security.