Two people, including an Assembly Member, have been killed following violent clashes between residents of Mpatuam and military personnel in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region.
The incident, which unfolded on Friday, sparked widespread panic in the community as tensions between residents and the security officers escalated into chaos. Witnesses reported that the confrontation turned violent when attempts to disperse the gathering failed.
Security sources confirmed that the Assembly Member, whose identity has not yet been officially disclosed, was fatally struck during the clashes. Another resident also lost his life in the melee, deepening the community’s grief and anger.
News of the deaths quickly spread through the district, drawing large crowds of distraught residents. Many accused the security forces of excessive force and demanded justice for the lives lost. The situation has left the town deeply unsettled, with fears of further confrontations.
Military and police authorities have since deployed additional personnel to restore calm in Mpatuam and surrounding areas. They say investigations are already underway to determine the exact cause of the clashes and the sequence of events that led to the fatalities.
Local leaders have called for restraint, urging both residents and security agencies to avoid further escalation. Traditional authorities in Amansie West are expected to meet with community members in the coming days to help ease tensions.
The deaths of the Assembly Member and another resident mark a tragic chapter in Mpatuam’s recent history, intensifying calls for accountability and renewed dialogue between communities and security agencies.
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