Three people have died and four others injured following a robbery attempt at the Newmont mining site in Ntotroso, Ahafo Region, on the night of Wednesday, January 8.
According to the Ghana Police Service, some individuals attempted to breach security at the mining site to allegedly steal gold, prompting a confrontation with officers.
“During the operation to contain the situation, the Police confronted the suspects, leading to the death of three persons and injuries to four others,” the Police said in a statement.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, coordinated with the Regional Police team and local community leaders throughout the night to prevent further unrest.
“The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, worked on the phone with the Regional Police team to engage community leaders and the youth throughout the night till this morning to stabilize the situation, and there has been no reprisal attacks or escalation of the situation in the community,” the statement added.
A special investigation team from Accra has been dispatched to the area to probe the circumstances surrounding the incident, while a reinforcement team has also been deployed to ensure peace and order.
The Police further disclosed that the deceased victims were Muslims and assured that the due process of the law is being followed for the bodies to be released to their families for burial later on Thursday.
The Ghana Police Service has urged the public to remain calm as they work to maintain law and order in the community.
