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Calm restored at Golden Star Resources after Police intervention

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Following disputes between some community members and the mining firm, the police have reinstated law, order, and security to Golden Star Resources, a mining site in the Western area at Wassa Benso.

One person is said to have died, four hurt, and some firm property damaged as a result of the incident.

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Police have since beefed up security in Wassa Benso and its environs.

The Police have also reached out to some opinion leaders of the Benso community as well as the Vice President and Managing Director of Golden Star Resources all as part of police effort to maintain peace within the community.

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“We would like to urge all parties to remain calm as the police investigate the incident and bring any persons found culpable to face justice,” a statement said.

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