The assault of an Obrachire Senior High School (SHS) student by students of Swedru School of Business has led to the arrest of three suspects, following an engagement between the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP Ms. Lydia Yaako Donkor, and the management of Swedru School of Business on February 23, 2026.
The incident, which was captured in a viral video, shows the disturbing attack on the Obrachire SHS student. The video sparked widespread outrage and concern, particularly about student violence and the safety of learners in schools.
Following the release of the video, the authorities of Swedru School of Business acted swiftly. They handed over three students, Joseph Amoh (20 years), Benedict Appiah (18 years), and Bilal Mamud (18 years) to the Swedru Divisional Police Command on the evening of February 23. The suspects were immediately arrested in connection with the violent assault.
In a statement issued by the Central Regional Police Command, it was confirmed that the suspects would be processed and put before the court for their actions. The police emphasized that the incident would not be tolerated and assured the public that a thorough investigation would be carried out to ensure justice for the victim.
The Central Regional Police Command condemned the actions of the students involved and made a strong public statement urging all students to refrain from engaging in acts of violence. They stressed the importance of maintaining peace, discipline, and respect within educational settings to foster a safe environment for learning and personal growth.
Authorities have also reminded schools to enforce stronger measures to deter violence, encouraging institutions to implement conflict resolution programs, strengthen student discipline policies, and provide counselling services. This would help address the root causes of student aggression and promote a more harmonious school environment.
The public reaction to the incident has ignited important conversations about the need for improved student behavior management across Ghana’s schools. While the authorities continue to act on this case, many are calling for further reforms to ensure such incidents do not repeat, as the future of Ghana’s education system rests on creating safe, supportive spaces for students to learn and thrive.
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