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Afenyo-Markin calls for swift arrests over deadly New Winneba violence

Minority Leader and Effutu Member of Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on the police and other security agencies to swiftly investigate the deadly violence in New Winneba and arrest persons found culpable. Three people were killed and 15 others injured after individuals from Gomoa Oguakrom, Gomoa Yenkuadze and Gomoa Pomadze allegedly invaded New Winneba and […]

Afenyo-Markin calls for swift arrests over deadly New Winneba violence

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has urged law enforcement agencies to swiftly investigate the violent clash that took place in New Winneba, resulting in three deaths and 15 injuries. The incident occurred when individuals from neighboring Gomoa Oguakrom, Gomoa Yenkuadze, and Gomoa Pomadze communities allegedly entered New Winneba armed with weapons.

Afenyo-Markin questioned the police's ability to detect and prevent such an attack during daylight hours and called for swift action to identify and prosecute those responsible. He emphasized the importance of maintaining control and preventing further unrest, urging residents to refrain from taking matters into their own hands.

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