The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for armed robbers following the fatal shooting of Berekum Chelsea midfielder Dominic Frimpong during a highway attack at Ahyiresu in the Ashanti Region.
According to an official police statement, the incident occurred on Sunday night along the Ahyiresu–Kwame Dwumor Sreso road, where armed men ambushed a bus carrying players and officials of Berekum Chelsea.
The attackers reportedly blocked the road, forcing the vehicle off course as the team attempted to escape.
Police revealed that about six armed robbers were involved in the attack, with some wielding pump-action guns. During the chaos, Frimpong sustained gunshot wounds and was rushed to Bibiani Government Hospital but sadly died while receiving treatment.
Authorities also confirmed that another victim was robbed during the incident, while spent cartridges were retrieved from the scene to aid investigations.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has since deployed additional personnel and crime scene experts, assuring the public that efforts are underway to apprehend the suspects as quickly as possible.
The police have further urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with ongoing investigations as the search for the attackers intensifies.
Below is the full statement:
