A 35-year-old man is fighting for his life following a violent attack in Awutu Oshimpo in the Awutu Senya West District, where suspected land guards allegedly attacked workers and residents at a government-backed project site.
The victim, identified as Daniel Larbi, is currently in critical condition at the Swedru Government Hospital after sustaining severe injuries during the incident.
According to information gathered from residents, the community has struggled with poor mobile network connectivity for years. In response, the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya West, Gizella Agbotui Tetteh, reportedly secured investment for the construction of a telecommunications mast aimed at improving network access in the area.
Construction workers had begun preliminary work on the site with support from residents and local authorities, including the Odikro (community chief), who had encouraged communal participation in the project.
However, tensions escalated when a group of about 30 men, believed to be land guards, arrived at the site on approximately 10 motorbikes and ordered an immediate halt to the construction.
Eyewitnesses say residents resisted, insisting that the project was a government initiative intended to benefit the entire community.
The situation quickly turned violent.
Residents allege that the group launched an unprovoked attack, beating several people indiscriminately, including elderly residents.
During the chaos, Daniel Larbi was reportedly stabbed, leaving him in critical condition.
The aftermath has left the community in fear, with many residents expressing concern for their safety.
Some claim the attackers have threatened to return and target those who opposed them.
Meanwhile, the Chief of Awutu Oshimpo, Nai Okogyeman Oshimpo, has strongly condemned the attack.
He has also called on national authorities, including the Inspector-General of Police, the Interior Minister, and President John Dramani Mahama, to intervene and ensure justice is served.
