Tension is mounting in Akyem Pusupusu, a community near Asiakwa in the Abuakwa South Municipal District, after a group of suspected armed men reportedly stormed the area, fired gunshots, and allegedly threatened the life of the chief.
Residents say the attackers struck at night, throwing the community into fear as gunfire echoed across the area, forcing people to flee for safety. The group is also accused of destroying property and targeting key individuals within the community.
Speaking to Adom News, the Bretuo Abusuapanin of Akyem Pusupusu, Nana Kwame Oduro, revealed that this is the second such attack on the community.
“This is not the first time. They came at night, fired gunshots, and caused panic among residents,” he said.
The caretaker of the chief’s palace, Samuel Owusu Boadi, also confirmed that the palace was not spared.
“They fired gunshots at the palace and threatened the chief and other Nananom,” he disclosed, adding that fear has gripped the entire community.
The incident has since been reported to the Kyebi Divisional Police Command, the Eastern South Regional Police Command, and the Ofori Panin Fie.
According to residents, a similar attack occurred last year in Akyem Pusupusu, during which properties were destroyed, but no arrests were made despite the case being reported to the police.
However, in a new development, police have arrested four suspects believed to be connected to the latest attacks, which occurred over the weekend. The suspects have since been granted bail as investigations continue.
Meanwhile, residents remain on edge, calling for increased security presence to prevent further violence and to protect lives and property.
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