Tamale Based Journalist, 2 Others Killed In Robbery Attack

A radio presenter with Tamale-based Neesim FM, Alhaasan Suale, has been shot dead in a robbery attack at Kalariga, a suburb of Tamale in the Northern Region.

The deceased radio presenter is said to have been hit by a stray bullet during a robbing incident involving a mobile money vendor.

A statement by the Ghana Police Service has confirmed the incident indicating that the robbery resulted in the death of one alleged suspect and two victims.

The statement further said two others including one of the alleged robbers and one other victim sustained gunshot wounds and are receiving medical attention.

The Police however assured that they are working around the clock to bring the perpetrators to book.

Within the week there was another robbery incident around the Afa Ajura’s mosque in Tamale in the Northern region.

Residents of Tamale have however expressed worry about the continuous robberies, snatching of cars, and other criminal activities in the metropolis and called on the mayor of Tamale, the regional minister, and the security services to act swiftly to curb the menace.

Source: DGN