Police Arrest Suspects in Viral Assault Video of 12-Year-Old Boy
Police say the boy was tied and beaten for allegedly stealing ₵200 in New Ankasa; suspects now in custody
- 12-year-old boy rescued after viral video showed him tied and beaten over alleged ₵200 theft
- Issah Morro (58) and Suleman Abdul Rashid (27) — and are in police custody
- Victim received medical care and has been reunited with his father
Police in the Half Assini Division have arrested two men following a disturbing viral video showing a 12-year-old boy being brutally assaulted in the New Ankasa community near Elubo.
The shocking footage, which quickly circulated on social media, depicted the young boy tied with a nylon rope and suspended from the roof of a building while being severely beaten by two adults. The boy was reportedly being punished for allegedly stealing 200 cedis.
The suspects, identified as 58-year-old Issah Morro and 27-year-old Suleman Abdul Rashid, were seen in the video committing the assault. Authorities apprehended both individuals, who are now in police custody assisting with investigations.
The victim has since been rescued by the police, received necessary medical attention, and has been reunited with his father.
In a statement, the Half Assini Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to public safety and urged community members to report any acts of violence or suspicious behavior to the nearest police station without delay.
“This act of cruelty against a minor is unacceptable,” the Command said, “and we will ensure justice is served.”
