Police investigate attack on Asantehene’s convey

The Ghana Police Service is investigating an alleged attack on the convoy of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, which occurred on Monday, December 2, 2024, in Techiman, Bono East Region.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident took place while the Asantehene was returning from a funeral in Nkoranza.

Youths, believed to be from Techiman, reportedly threw stones at some buses in the convoy.

A press release from the Police Public Affairs Directorate, shared with the Ghana News Agency, confirmed that authorities are in contact with the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi and other stakeholders in Techiman as part of the ongoing investigation.

The Police have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with the investigation.

GNA