Two persons have sustained gunshot wounds following a confrontation involving a police officer and some drivers of the Ritz Junction Taxi Drivers Union.

The incident occurred on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Ritz Junction, according to a press release issued by the Accra Regional Police Command on Monday, October 12, 2026.

The statement said the Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command was investigating the incident, which reportedly involved General Sergeant Mathew Aboase, stationed at Madina Police Station, and some taxi drivers.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the confrontation escalated when the drivers allegedly attempted to disarm the officer, who had reportedly threatened them with his pistol.

“During the exchange, the drivers attempted to disarm the officer who allegedly threatened them with his pistol. In the process, the weapon accidentally discharged, resulting in gunshot injuries to two persons who were nearby,” the statement said.

The two victims have been identified as Doe Asinyo, who sustained a gunshot wound to the left thigh, and Gifty Nyimahen, 34, who was shot in the abdomen.

According to the police, both victims were initially rushed to the Madina Pentecost Hospital for treatment.

Doe Asinyo was treated and discharged, while Gifty Nyimahen was admitted and later referred to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for further treatment.

The police further disclosed that the officer involved had been arrested and has been in custody pending further investigations.

The officer’s service pistol has also been retained as evidence.

“The Command assures the public that appropriate action will be taken in accordance with the law,” the statement added.

Meanwhile, the Accra Regional Police Command has stated that further investigations are currently ongoing.

Read the full statement below



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