- Suspect Usman Haruna remanded in police custody for stabbing MP's son
- Violence erupted at Electoral Commission office in Ofaakor over voter queue dispute
- Ato Koomson and three NDC members injured, suspect to reappear in court on June 19
An Accra High Court on Thursday, June 6, 2024, ordered the remand of Usman Haruna, the suspect accused of stabbing Ato Koomson, son of Awutu Senya East MP Mavis Hawa Koomson, during a scuffle at the Electoral Commission office in Ofaakor, Central region.
The police arrested the suspect on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at around 5 am, following a disturbance at the EC office, which led to the stabbing incident. The suspect is scheduled to reappear in court on June 19, 2024.
According to eyewitnesses, the clash erupted over a disagreement regarding the queuing of voters seeking to transfer their votes to the constituency. The violence resulted in Ato Koomson being stabbed in the chest and rushed to the 37 Military Hospital in Accra, while three NDC members were injured and admitted to the Kasoa Polyclinic.
The incident has sparked tensions in the region, with many calling for calm and peaceful resolution of conflicts. The police have assured the public of thorough investigations and appropriate actions to ensure justice is served.
As the suspect remains in police custody, the court’s decision to remand him has been welcomed by many, who see it as a step towards ensuring accountability and justice for the victims. The case continues to attract attention, with many following developments closely.
