Ablekuma North rerun: Police officer who assaulted journalist formally charged
The police officer who physically assaulted GhOne TV journalist Kwabena Agyekum Banahene, during the Ablekuma North rerun on July 11, has formally been charged with assault, the Accra Regional Police Command has confirmed.
In a statement updating the public on investigations into the violence that marred the July 11 rerun, the Regional Police Command highlighted that the officer captured in one of the videos ‘assaulting’ a journalist, was interdicted, in line with due process, and “has been held on criminal charges of assault.”
“The police have reviewed and are analyzing several videos that captured the incidents at the polling stations to identify all persons involved,” part of the statement read, adding that there has been significant progress in efforts to obtain accounts from complainants and witnesses to aid in the ongoing investigations.
“The police have also gathered vital leads and wish to assure the public that arrests will be effected soon. Meanwhile, the victims involved in the incidents have been issued police medical report forms,” the statement added.
The Command reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all persons responsible for acts of violence, intimidation, or misconduct during the July 11 rerun, are held accountable in accordance with the law.
“We encourage the public to cooperate with the Police and share any credible information by contacting us on emergency numbers 18555 or 191,” the statement added.
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