Residents of Loagri village in the North East Region of Ghana are calling for the immediate removal of police officers stationed in their community, citing accusations of unprofessional conduct and excessive use of force. The demand follows a recent incident where police officers allegedly attacked residents who attempted to prevent them from apprehending an alleged motorbike thief taking refuge in a local home.
The altercation resulted in injuries to several individuals, prompting outrage and renewed concerns about police brutality in the region. Seidu Damba Abdullai Keita, Public Relations Officer of the Kubori Millennium Club, a local community group, condemned the incident as “unprofessional” and called on Inspector-General of Police, George Akuffo Dampare, to intervene.
Keita emphasized that the police, having undergone training, should uphold professional standards. He expressed concern over the use of excessive force, stating, “We want to see a stop to this kind of nasty situation. If the police officers IGP has brought to our areas are not professional enough, then we demand an immediate removal of their services.”
In addition to calling for the removal of the police officers, residents are demanding a thorough investigation into the actions of the police during the incident. The community seeks accountability and reassurance that such incidents will be addressed to prevent future occurrences of alleged police brutality. The call reflects the community’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents while maintaining trust in law enforcement.
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