The Ghana Police have arrested sixteen individuals in association with a shooting incident at Asaman Tamfoe in the Eastern Region.
The incident happened between some persons believed to be illegal miners and a community anti-galamsey taskforce on 29th September 2022.
Police have retrieved one pump action gun, two excavators, two water pumps and a battery.
Efforts are underway to arrest the remaining suspects and retrieve any other weapons in their possession.
The Police have also seen a viral video on the incident which is being reviewed as part of the investigation.
“We would like to assure the public that all the other perpetrators will be arrested and brought to face justice,” a statement said.
