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Lil Win Postpones Sunyani Movie Premiere After Fatal Car Accident

Story Highlights
  • Lil Win's movie premiere postponed after tragic accident kills 3-year-old boy.
  • Premiere postponed indefinitely to mourn the boy's loss; new date to be announced.
  • Lil Win and management team express condolences and gratitude for support
  • Investigation underway; family of deceased criticizes handling of incident.

The premiere of Lil Win’s highly anticipated movie, “A Country Called Ghana”, which was scheduled to take place in Sunyani on Saturday, June 1, has been postponed indefinitely. This decision comes after a tragic accident involving the actor on May 25, which resulted in the death of a three-year-old boy, Richard Amponsah.

According to reports, Richard passed away while receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital on the same day as the accident. His bereaved family has since laid him to rest.

In a statement released by Weezy Empire, the management team of Lil Win, the premiere has been postponed in memory of the young boy who lost his life. The team expressed their condolences to the family and friends of Richard, saying they wanted to “join the family in mourning their loss”.

The statement added that a new date for the premiere will be communicated later, and tickets purchased for the original date will still be valid. Patrons who have already bought tickets can use them for the rescheduled date, which will be announced soon.

Weezy Empire also wished a speedy recovery to the father of the deceased, who is currently receiving treatment for a fractured leg. The team acknowledged that their earlier statement on the matter was deemed insensitive and apologized for any unintended distress caused.

Lil Win, the multifaceted celebrity, took to social media to express his gratitude to his fans for their support during this difficult time. He urged his fans to pray for him, his manager, and his security detail, who are currently receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.

The accident, which occurred on May 25, has left many in shock, and the entertainment industry has been rallying around Lil Win and the bereaved family. The postponement of the premiere is a testament to the respect and empathy shown by the team towards the family’s loss.

The movie, “A Country Called Ghana”, has been highly anticipated by fans, and the premiere was expected to be a grand event. However, in light of the tragic circumstances, the team has prioritized respect and sensitivity over the event’s proceedings.

Fans have been expressing their condolences and support for Lil Win and the bereaved family on social media, using the hashtag #RIPRichard. The entertainment industry has come together to mourn the loss of the young boy and offer support to those affected.

The new date for the premiere will be announced soon, and fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to watch the movie, which promises to be an exciting and thought-provoking experience.

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