The Police Service says it has detained six people for their involvement in a land and chieftaincy dispute at Afrancho near Atwima Kwanwoma in the Ashanti Region.
The dispute that occurred on Sunday, July 3, resulted in the death of one person, the Police said in its press statement.
“During the altercation, the deceased, known as Kwame Yeboah, aged 23, was allegedly stabbed to death by Kwadjo Brefo, who is among the suspects arrested.
Kwadwo Brefo and one other suspect sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the hospital under Police guard.
According to the Police Service, calm has been restored at Afrancho after the Ashanti Regional Commander interacted with residents.
“During his interactions with members of the community, he entreated them to be law-abiding and exercise restraint as investigation continues to ensure that all other persons involved are arrested and brought to face justice,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, the security deployment in the area has been intensified to prevent a recurrence.
Source: The Independent Ghana