Police officer arrested after shooting injures two at Ritz Junction

A police sergeant has been detained following a shooting incident at Ritz Junction in Accra, which resulted in two individuals suffering gunshot wounds. Sergeant Mathew Aboase, based at the Madina Police Station, is currently under arrest as the Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command investigates the incident that took place on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the shooting occurred after a confrontation between the officer and members of the Ritz Junction Taxi Drivers Union. The altercation allegedly began when the sergeant threatened the taxi drivers with his service pistol, prompting some of them to try to disarm him. During the struggle, the gun accidentally discharged, causing injuries to two individuals nearby.

The victims identified as Doe Asinyo and Gifty Nyimahen sustained gunshot wounds to the left thigh and abdomen respectively. Asinyo was treated and discharged from the Madina Pentecost Hospital, while Nyimahen required further medical care at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Sergeant Aboase's service pistol has been seized as evidence for the ongoing investigation.

The Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Sergeant Aboase and stated that they are committed to determining the full circumstances of the incident. While initial findings suggest an accidental discharge, investigators are working to ascertain the precise sequence of events. Authorities have assured the public that appropriate legal action will be taken in line with the law.

Questions have arisen regarding the circumstances under which Sergeant Aboase allegedly used his firearm during the confrontation and whether his actions adhered to the established protocols for the use of weapons by police officers. As of now, no charges have been filed against the sergeant.