GIS investigates explosion that killed officer during Hamile border patrol
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is investigating an explosion during a border patrol operation in the Hamile Sector of the Upper West Region that killed one of its officers and a tricycle rider. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, November 3, 2026, along an unapproved route in the border area, according to a statement issued by the Service. The GIS said a team of four…
An explosion during a border patrol operation in Hamile Sector of the Upper West Region killed a GIS officer and a tricycle rider, according to the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). The incident occurred on November 3, 2026, in an unapproved route along the border area. A team of four officers responding to an unusual sound intercepted a man on a tricycle, who tried to flee when approached.
The attempted stop resulted in the load exploding, killing the rider and injuring two officers. One of the injured officers succumbed to his injuries, while the other is recovering in stable condition at Nandom Hospital. The Sector Commander and a team visited the scene, which has since been secured, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosion.
The GIS assured the public that border security operations in the Hamile Sector are ongoing and measures are being taken to ensure safety and security in the area. Condolences were extended to the family, colleagues, and friends of the deceased officer, and the Service requested the media and public to respect the privacy of the affected families and refrain from sharing unverified information, images, or videos related to the incident.
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