The police have apprehended the Safohen of Amosima, located in the Abura Asebu Kwamankese District of the Central Region, following an incident where he shot his 40-year-old niece during the coronation of Ebusuapanin in Amosima.
As per customary practice during such ceremonies, the chief fired a gun, but unfortunately, he accidentally shot his niece, who was present at the event on Saturday, July 1, 2023, in the afternoon.
According to reports from Kasapa News Yaw Boagyan, the victim, known as Maame, sustained a deep gunshot wound to her leg. The shocking incident led to the suspension of the ceremony, leaving attendees frightened and startled.
The injured woman, who is a mother of two, was swiftly taken to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital for medical treatment. Meanwhile, the chief was arrested by the police.
In his statement to the authorities, the chief expressed his shock at mistakenly shooting his own niece. He explained that he had pointed the gun upwards when firing and emphasized that the act was purely accidental, not intentional.
The suspect is presently in police custody, assisting with the ongoing investigation.
