A viral video shared by Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale on Twitter has three young men who allegedly attempted a motorcycle robbery in Dansoman faced swift street justice at the hands of local residents. According to eyewitness accounts, the would-be robbers were apprehended shortly after their failed attempt, sparking anger among community members.
The video reveals the suspects being put through a series of intense and humiliating exercises, including forced push-ups and jogging. In a surprising twist, residents also shaved the suspects’ heads, doused them in a white liquid, and subjected them to lashings as part of a “punishment ritual.”
The scene reflects a recent trend of Ghanaian communities taking matters into their own hands as a response to rising crime, though the incident has sparked debate online. Some social media users, including Shatta Wale’s followers, lauded the swift response by the Dansoman residents, while others raised concerns over the dangers of vigilante justice.
As the video continues to make rounds online, it adds to the broader conversation on crime and safety in Ghana, highlighting the frustrations of community members who feel driven to deliver their own forms of justice.
Dansoman Residents Take Motorcycle Robbers Through Vigorous Exercise, After Failed Robbery Attempt pic.twitter.com/bf7Ez401qb
— SHATTA WALE (@_shattawalenima) October 25, 2024
