Unknown gunmen have tragically taken the lives of nine individuals in a distressing incident that unfolded in Pusiga, situated within the Upper East Region. This grim event transpired during an assault on two buses en route from Cinkaasi in neighboring Togo to Bawku. The assailants executed their attack by intercepting the buses at the Gbewaa College of Education police checkpoint, where they unleashed a hail of gunfire.
Authorities and security agencies have swiftly responded to the scene, aiming to comprehensively evaluate the situation. As of now, the police have not disclosed the identities of the victims, further intensifying the sense of mourning and uncertainty surrounding this tragedy.
The motives driving this horrifying attack remain shrouded in mystery. However, it transpires during a period marked by heightened tension within the Upper East Region. Recent months have witnessed a series of confrontations between various ethnic groups in the area, adding a layer of complexity to the broader context in which this incident has occurred.
In the wake of this devastating event, the injured individuals have been expeditiously transported to a nearby medical facility for urgently needed medical care, while the deceased have been respectfully relocated to a morgue, awaiting further investigation and identification. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the urgent need for peace and stability within the region, with hopes that authorities can swiftly uncover the truth behind this senseless act of violence.