Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has expressed profound grief over the death of Berekum Chelsea player Dominic Frimpong, who was fatally shot during an armed robbery attack on the team’s bus.
The incident occurred along the Ahyiresu–Kwame Dwumor Sreso road in the Nyinahin District as the team was returning from a league match against Samartex.
In a social media post, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Sports and Youth Committee described the killing as a major tragedy for Ghana football and raised alarm over increasing insecurity on the country’s highways.
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of Berekum Chelsea’s Dominic Frimpong following the armed robbery attack on the team bus after their match against Samartex. This is a painful loss to Ghana football and a stark reminder of the growing insecurity on our highways,” he stated.
Mr. Assafuah extended his condolences to the bereaved family, the club, and the wider football community, while calling for swift action from security agencies.
“My heartfelt condolences go to his family, Berekum Chelsea, and the entire football fraternity. I call on the Ghana Police Service and all relevant authorities to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice and urgently strengthen security for our clubs on match travels. May Dominic’s soul rest in perfect peace,” he added.
Reports indicate that the attackers ambushed the team bus, firing gunshots that forced players and technical staff to flee into nearby bushes to escape harm.
The incident has sparked renewed concerns about the safety of sports teams travelling across the country, with calls intensifying for enhanced protection on major roads.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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