Police Investigate Windshield Attack on Opoku-Agyemang’s Convoy
Police assure the public of a thorough investigation as they work to ensure the safety of political convoys during the campaign season.
- Dispatch rider throws object at Opoku-Agyemang's convoy on Akosombo-Accra Highway
- Police launch investigation to identify and apprehend the attacker
- Incident sparks calls for enhanced security measures for political convoys
The Ghana Police Service has initiated an investigation into an attack on the convoy of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming 2024 general elections.
In a statement issued on Sunday, December 1, the police confirmed that the incident took place on the Akosombo-Accra Highway in the Eastern Region, between Akuse and Kpong.
Reports indicate that a dispatch rider, traveling in the opposite direction, allegedly hurled an object at one of the vehicles in Professor Opoku-Agyemang’s convoy.
The object struck the vehicle’s windscreen, causing significant damage and raising serious concerns about the safety of political figures as the election season heats up.
The police assured the public that they are taking the matter seriously and will conduct a thorough investigation. They emphasized their commitment to identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for the attack, with a promise that full legal action will be taken once the perpetrator is caught.
This unsettling incident has sparked renewed discussions on the need for stronger security measures for political convoys as the nation approaches the December elections.
The police urged the public to remain calm while they continue to investigate, reiterating their commitment to maintaining public safety and order throughout the campaign period.
