The Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of General Constable John Kwabena Dogbetey.
The incident occurred on April 3, 2025, at Assin Dansame in the Central Region.
According to preliminary findings, Constable Dogbetey was part of an Anti-Galamsey Taskforce deployed to the area under the Assin Foso Police Division.
Reports indicate that while he was dismantling a chamfan machine used for illegal mining activities, a sudden gunshot rang out, fatally wounding him.
The police statement confirmed that his colleagues rushed him to the St. Francis Xavier Hospital in Assin Foso, where he was later pronounced dead.
“The necessary police procedures have since been initiated, and investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of his death,” the statement read.
Authorities have assured the public and the bereaved family that they are committed to uncovering the truth.
“The Police Administration is in touch with the deceased’s family to provide the needed support during this difficult time,” said ASPINA FRANCIS O. ONYINA, Public Affairs Director for the Central North Region.
In a move to preserve evidence and ensure thorough investigations, the police have taken custody of the firearm that discharged the fatal shot.
“Meanwhile, the task force was able to dismantle other machines, take custody of three excavators, and seize other mining equipment,” the police noted.
