The Ghana Police Service has pledged to step up highway security following a deadly robbery attack in the Ashanti Region that claimed the life of Berekum Chelsea footballer Dominic Frimpong.
Speaking on Monday, Ashanti Regional Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Godwin Ahianyo, described the incident as “very unfortunate” and said the police would work with relevant stakeholders to prevent similar attacks.
“We will engage the various stakeholders going forward to ensure that such incidents do not happen again,” he said.
He added that concerns about the safety of footballers travelling after matches—especially without dedicated security escorts—would be reviewed for possible action.
According to a police statement, the Berekum Chelsea team bus came under attack at about 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, along the Ahyiresu–KDS road in the Nyanahin District while returning from Samreboi.
Police said six armed men had mounted a roadblock and were robbing passengers when the team bus drove into the scene. In an attempt to escape, the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to veer off the road into nearby bushland.
About 30 players and officials were on board at the time. Dominic Frimpong was shot during the attack and later died at the Bibiani Government Hospital. Another passenger was reportedly robbed of GH¢4,500.
Investigators recovered two spent cartridges from the scene and have launched a full investigation.
DSP Ahianyo confirmed that no arrests have been made so far but said senior officers, including the Regional Commander and the Operations Commander, are leading efforts on the ground, working with local communities to gather intelligence.
“Our crime scene experts are also at work, collecting evidence to support the investigation,” he added, assuring that efforts are ongoing to track down those responsible and bring them to justice.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the football community and renewed concerns about highway safety, particularly for teams travelling long distances after matches.