Two unidentified men, suspected to be in their late thirties, have been brutally murdered and set ablaze by a mob in Gomoa Dasum, a community in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region.
The charred remains of the men were discovered in front of the Gomoa Dasum Community Center.
According to Isaac Egyir Junior, the Unit Committee Chairman of Gomoa Dasum, initial reports indicate that the victims were violently attacked by local residents using stones and sticks before being set on fire.
The incident has stirred significant concern within the community, prompting local leaders to address the issue. Nana Kojo Atta, the Kyidomhene of Gomoa Dasum, has urged the youth in the area to steer clear of criminal behavior to prevent further violence and unrest.
Nana Kojo Atta has also appealed to the police to retrieve the bodies promptly. This action is seen as crucial to prevent potential tensions and additional complications for the community.
The public reaction to the event has been mixed, with some expressing support for the community’s decision to take drastic measures against theft, while others condemn the act of vigilantism.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the lynching, with a focus on identifying those responsible for the assault and fire. The aim is to bring justice to the victims and address the underlying issues that led to the violent act.
Community leaders are calling for calm and urging residents to work with law enforcement to resolve the situation through legal channels rather than resorting to mob justice.
As the investigation continues, local officials are emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in preventing such incidents in the future and ensuring that justice is served through appropriate legal processes.
