The Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched a manhunt for armed robbers who attacked passengers along the Ahyiresu Kwame Dwumor Sreso (KDS) road in the Nyinahin District on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at about 10:30 p.m.

Police patrol teams responded to distress calls and proceeded to the scene where a VIP bus with registration number AM 9334-20, carrying about thirty (30) football players and officials of Berekum Chelsea from Samreboi to Berekum, had skidded into a bush while attempting to escape from six armed men, three of whom were wielding pump-action guns.

During the attack, Dominic Frimpong, a footballer, sustained gunshot injuries and was rushed to the Bibiani Govermment Hospital but unfortunately passed away while receiving treatment.

According to the police statement released, another victim, George Owusu Afriyie, 52, was also robbed of GHS 4,500.00. Two spent BB cartridges were retrieved from the scene to assist investigations.

It further assured that the Regional Police Command has deployed additional personnel and Crime Scene experts to the area; however, it is currently manhunting the suspects.

In a statement released and signed by Godwin Ahianyo, Dep. Superintendent of Police, Head, Public Affairs Unit, the Police assured the public that the perpetrators will be arrested within the shortest possible time.

The public is urged to remain calm and to continue to have confidence in the Police while investigations continue.