Six (6) persons have been arrested in relation to the lynching of Gideon Adu Boakye, a prison officer in Kasoa-Iron City.
Gideon who was stationed at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison visited his relatives in Kasoa and was presumed a thief, leading to his lynching.
The Ghana Prisons Service confirmed that four females and two males have been arrested.
The suspects have been remanded as investigations into the killing continue.
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The Prisons administration is working closely with the police to uncover the full circumstances behind the attack, while they have vowed to ensure justice is served.
In a statement, the Prisons Service condemned the act of “instant justice” and cautioned the public to report suspicious activities to the authorities rather than taking matters into their own hands.
The Service has extended condolences to the family and friends of the slain officer and urged all prison officers to remain calm as steps are being taken to bring the perpetrators to justice.
