Africa-Press – Ghana. The Ghana Police Service has closed the Kukurantumi Police Station in the Eastern Region and withdrawn all personnel after violent attacks by some residents of the town.
According to a statement issued by the Eastern Regional Police Command, the incident occurred on Sunday, September 21, when agitated youth stormed the police station and barracks around 0700 hours.
Armed with stones, clubs, and other weapons, the group attempted to set the facility ablaze after learning of the death of a suspect.
Bright Kena, who had been arrested on charges of unlawful entry and stealing, reportedly died while receiving treatment at the Community Hospital in Kukurantumi.
His death sparked outrage among sections of the community, culminating in the violent confrontation.
Police reinforcement teams were swiftly deployed to the area and succeeded in restoring calm and order.
The statement, signed by Superintendent George Peprah Mills of the Public Affairs Unit, said the Inspector-General of Police had ordered the closure of the station and withdrawal of officers while investigations continued.
The Police Professional Standards Bureau and the Criminal Investigations Department have launched a probe into the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s death.
Meanwhile, the police command has engaged the deceased’s family and community leaders, assuring them of a thorough and transparent investigation.
Authorities say footage of the attack on the police station is being reviewed to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The police urged the public to seek lawful avenues for addressing grievances and avoid resorting to violence.
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