A police officer has been arrested following a shooting incident at Ritz Junction that left two people injured during a confrontation with members of a taxi drivers’ union on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Sergeant Mathew Aboase, who is stationed at the Madina Police Station, was involved in an altercation with some drivers of the Ritz Junction Taxi Drivers Union, according to the Accra Regional Police Command.
A statement signed by the Accra Regional Police Public Affairs Head, Chief Superintendent Juliana Obeng, said the confrontation escalated after the officer allegedly threatened the drivers with his service pistol.
The drivers reportedly attempted to disarm the officer during the exchange, leading to the accidental discharge of the weapon and injuries to two people who were nearby.
The victims have been identified as Doe Asinyo and 34-year-old Gifty Nyimahen.
Mr Asinyo sustained a gunshot wound to his left thigh and was taken to the Madina Pentecost Hospital, where he received treatment and was subsequently discharged.
Ms Nyimahen, who suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen, was also rushed to the same facility for medical attention.
However, she was later referred to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for further treatment because of the nature of her injuries.
The police have confirmed that Sergeant Aboase is in custody as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the shooting continue.
His service pistol has also been retained by the police as evidence to support the ongoing investigation.
The Adenta-Abokobi Divisional Police Command has assured the public that the matter is being investigated and that appropriate action will be taken in accordance with the law.
