- A violent confrontation occurred in Awutu Bawjiase
- The incident took place on the eve of the planned installation of a new chief
- The community has been grappling with a 25-year-long chieftaincy dispute
A deadly clash erupted in Awutu Bawjiase on Monday night, leaving one person dead.
The violence unfolded as preparations were underway for the installation of a new chief, Nai Nana Kwaku Osardu (III), scheduled for Tuesday.
A group of armed men, suspected to be land guards, stormed the chief’s palace around 10:45 PM. Amidst the chaos, a man in his 30s was fatally shot.
The community has been deeply divided by a 25-year-old chieftaincy dispute that was recently settled by the National House of Chiefs.
The sudden outbreak of violence has sent shockwaves through the community. Police have launched an investigation and are working to restore peace in the area.
