The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is currently investigating an alleged assault involving seven military personnel in Kumasi on March 28, 2025. According to a statement from the Military High Command, the incident occurred when three officers and four soldiers arrested and allegedly assaulted three civilians who were accused of stealing a mobile phone.
The civilians reportedly sustained injuries during the altercation, prompting a joint investigation by the Military Police and the Ashanti Regional Police Criminal Investigations Department (CID). The soldiers and officers involved in the incident have been placed under close arrest as the inquiry progresses.
The military high command assured the public that anyone found guilty will face legal consequences, emphasizing its commitment to discipline and accountability. The statement called for calm during the investigation and urged the families of the victims to remain patient while the due process takes its course.
This incident has sparked concerns regarding the behavior of security personnel in handling civilian cases and has brought attention to the adherence to professional conduct within the military.
