The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested a man captured in a viral Facebook video physically assaulting a woman believed to be his wife at their residence at Ofankor in the Ga East Municipality.
The suspect, identified as John Odartey Lamptey, was arrested on Monday, November 17th, 2025, at the family residence.
Following his arrest, two of his siblings, Grace Kushie Lamptey and Louis Odartey Lamptey, who attempted to attack a female tenant they suspected of recording and circulating the video, were also arrested, and the tenant was rescued to ensure her safety.
Efforts are underway to locate and ensure the safety of the wife, who had fled the scene before the Police arrived.
Meanwhile, the Gender Ministry has condemned the action of the man and has asked the police to ensure that the law works.
