Beans seller recounts how she narrowly escaped New Winneba attack
A beans seller at New Ateitu near New Winneba in the Central Region, Rebecca Kukua, has recounted how she narrowly escaped an attack that has left residents fleeing the community for fear of their lives. According to her, the attack has created widespread panic among residents, with many abandoning their homes and leaving the once-busy […]
Rebecca Kukua, a beans seller in New Ateitu near New Winneba, recounted her narrow escape from a recent violent attack that has left the community in fear. The attack, carried out by a group from nearby Gomoa Oguakrom, Gomoa Yenkuadze, and Gomoa Pomadze, has caused widespread panic and resulted in at least three deaths and 15 injuries, including a police officer.
Ms Kukua described the once-bustling community as a ghost town, urging security agencies to increase their presence and help restore order. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday, involved the destruction of shops and properties owned by locals. In response, police forces from Winneba Divisional Headquarters and Agona Swedru District Patrols were deployed to quell the unrest.
Additionally, the Inspector-General of Police sent a reinforcement team with two armored vehicles to bolster security.
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