Tensions flared at Salaga Senior High School in the East Gonja Municipality of the Savannah Region as a violent clash among students led to the arrest of twenty individuals. The altercation, which erupted into a free-for-all fight, resulted in serious injuries, with one student suffering multiple stab wounds. The incident has sent shockwaves through the school community, prompting swift intervention from both school authorities and law enforcement.
During a police operation to restore order, officers seized a locally manufactured pistol and a round of ammunition, raising serious concerns about the presence of weapons on campus. Authorities are now working to determine the root cause of the violence and to identify those responsible for the attack.
The school administration has strongly condemned the incident, expressing deep disappointment in the behavior of the students involved. A school official speaking to 3News stated, “We have handed them over to the police and hope they are thoroughly screened. Those found responsible should face the full consequences of the law. We are deeply disappointed by the actions of the students.”
As part of ongoing investigations, the police have been gathering statements from the suspects to piece together the sequence of events that led to the violent confrontation. So far, seventeen students have been granted bail, while three remain in custody pending further investigations.
This incident has sparked renewed discussions on student discipline, security, and the need for stricter measures to prevent violence in senior high schools across the country. Many are calling for stronger enforcement of school regulations and increased security presence to prevent similar occurrences in the future.