A man sustained gunshot injuries on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, after customs officers opened fire on an uncustomed vehicle attempting to evade arrest around 9:00 p.m.
The vehicle, a Mercedes-Benz with registration number GC 3361-14, was being pursued by customs officials in Sogakope when officers fired shots, striking its rear windshield.
In the crossfire, Alex, an engineer at the South Tongu District Assembly, was hit by two stray bullets. He was quickly rushed to Comboni Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.
“A pickup was chasing a car and stop in front of us and few seconds later, we heard gunshots. Before we could realize a man who was by the roadside waiting to board a vehicle to Accra was hit by the bullets.
“We identified those who shot as the customs officials. They have however arrested the uncustomed vehicle they were chasing. But the victim has been rushed to the hospital.”
