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One person arrested over Bereku shooting incident

By DL News

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The incident, which happened on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, left one person injured.

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended an individual in connection with a shooting incident that occurred during the Awubia Festival in Bereku, Central Region.

The incident, which happened on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, left one person injured.

A police report identified the suspect as Nai Akwasi Lartey, who was allegedly in possession of a pump-action gun. The suspect reportedly fired the weapon, injuring a festival-goer, who was quickly taken to the hospital for treatment.

Authorities have since recovered the pump-action gun and BB cartridges from Lartey.

“Nai Akwasi Lartey is currently in police custody and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation,” the police statement added.
 

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