Two police officers with the Kasoa Divisional Police Command namely Corporal Samuel Boamah and Lance Corporal Isifu Tahiru have been arrested and detained by the same station for allegedly shooting a civilian at JVC drinking spot at Kasoa High tension.
The unfortunate incident happened Friday around 12:30 pm in the Awutu Senya East Municipality of the Central region.
In an interview with Starr News, Central Regional Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Irene Oppong, said these two police officers went to JVC drinking spot to enjoy themselves.
While drinking, a confrontation broke out between the officers and some of the customers and Lance Corporal Isifu Tahiru, who had his sidearm loaded with 13 live ammunition decided to frighten the crowd by pulling out his gun.
Corporal Boamah reportedly snatched the gun and shot at 22-year-old Musah Mohammed killing him instantly.
DSP Oppong added that the two officers are currently being investigated for murder.
She added that they will remain in the custody of the Police investigations are underway.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM
