Police arrest three over shooting incident at Celebrity Golf Club site
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Police say the incident occurred on Saturday, October 18, when the suspects allegedly invaded a construction site belonging to one of the executives of the Celebrity Golf Club.
The Sakumono District Police Command in the Tema West Municipality has arrested three men in connection with a reported shooting and unlawful trespass at a construction site near the Celebrity Golf Club in Sakumono, Greater Accra.
The suspects have been identified as:
Abubakar Mohammed, 28
Eric Asare, 23
Felix Darko, 48
Police say the incident occurred on Saturday, October 18, when the suspects allegedly invaded a construction site belonging to one of the executives of the Celebrity Golf Club.
According to a statement issued by the Police on Sunday, October 19, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects falsely presented themselves as National Security operatives before unlawfully discharging firearms on the premises.
The gunfire reportedly caused damage to parts of the property.
Authorities suspect the attack is linked to an ongoing land dispute involving factions associated with the Nungua Traditional Council.
The three suspects are currently in custody and are assisting with further investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command has cautioned individuals and groups against resorting to violence, particularly in land-related disputes.
Police have assured residents that additional updates will be provided as investigations continue.
