A violent confrontation between miners and unknown individuals at Nyinahin-Kasotie in the Atwima Mponua District has led to one fatality and six others being hospitalized.
The incident, which occurred on the evening of December 17, 2024, also saw a car set ablaze during the altercation.
Details surrounding the confrontation remain unclear, but it is reported that tensions erupted between the miners and a group of unknown individuals, leading to a violent clash.
During the incident, the car was set on fire, and several people sustained injuries.
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the violence and are working to identify those responsible.
The six injured individuals are currently receiving treatment in a nearby hospital, with one confirmed fatality.
A car set ablaze following a violent confrontation between miners and unknown individuals at Nyinahin-Kasotie in the Atwima Mponua District has resulted in one fatality and six others hospitalized. #CitiNewsroom pic.twitter.com/APnFbcKI3S
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