Six police officers interdicted after shooting at Lamashegu Chief’s palace claimed one life and left eight others injured

The Ghana Police Service has interdicted six of its officers following Sunday’s shooting at Lamashegu, Tamale, that claimed one life and left some eight others injured.

A riot is said to have broken out after the police in the area chased a young man driving an unregistered vehicle into the Lamashe-Naa’s palace.

The young man is said to have sought solace at the palace to avoid being apprehended by security personnel, however, while running into the palace, the Police allegedly shot him, causing the disturbances.

The youth described the action of the police as disrespectful to the traditional authority, hence their agitation.

Eventually, a water cannon and several rounds of tear gas were used to disperse the angry youth who later massed up and attacked the Lamashegu police station.

In a statement issued and signed by the Director-General of Police Public Affairs, DCOP Kwesi Ofori said a team of investigators had been dispatched to the area, led by the Deputy Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

“Personnel from the Police Professional Standards Bureau have also been detailed alongside the CID team to look at professional standard related issues of the incident,” the statement said.

The Northern Regional Police Commander has been tasked to liaise with the affected families and offer them the necessary support in line with Police Regulations.

Police further appealed to the people of Lamashegu and the entire Tamale Metropolis to remain calm as investigations continue into the unfortunate occurrence.