Six police officers have been interdicted after violence in Lamashegu, Tamale which resulted in the death of one person and eight wounded on Sunday afternoon.
Police and residents clashed after officers allegedly shot a 24-year-old man.
Police in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs, ACP Kwasi Ofori said a team of investigators had been dispatched to the area, led by the Deputy Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
“Personnel from the Police Professional Standards Bureau have also been detailed alongside the CID team to look at professional standard related issues of the incident,” a statement from police said.
The Northern Regional Police Commander is to liaise with the affected families and offer them the necessary support in line with Police Regulations.
Police further appealed to the people of Lamashegu and the entire Tamale Metropolis to remain calm as investigations continue into the unfortunate occurrence.
Reports had indicated that the wounded man was pursued to the Lamashegu Chief’s Palace, where he was shot by Police officers after he refused to stop when he was asked to.
This action angered some youth who burnt car tyres in the middle of the roads in Tamale while others pelted the police patrol team which arrived to restore calm with stones.
