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Police arrest 6, retrieve firearms over Sarah Adwoa Safo shooting at Kwabenya
The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya.
A search conducted after the arrests led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine with five rounds of 9mm ammunition, and communication equipment.
According to preliminary investigations, personnel from the National Operations Directorate and the Intelligence Directorate, who were on special duty, responded to a distress call from a residence at Kwabenya and proceeded to the scene.
Police said a ceremony was underway at the residence of Mr. Tamakloe Safo Jehoshaphat, alias Akofena, when Ms. Safo arrived and requested entry but was denied access.
Investigations further revealed that armed security personnel at the residence allegedly discharged firearms during the incident, resulting in injury to Ms. Safo. Her vehicle was also found with multiple gunshot marks.
The suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Police Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations. Police say efforts are underway to locate and arrest all other persons connected with the incident.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Madina Divisional Police Command is investigating a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo.
According to a preliminary police statement, the incident occurred on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the late father’s residence in Kwabenya, Accra Region.
Police said Ms. Safo sustained a gunshot wound to her left ear. She later reported the matter to Kwabenya Police and presented a vehicle with registration number GN 3482-24 showing visible bullet damage.
The victim has been issued a medical report form and is receiving treatment. The vehicle has been impounded for forensic examination.
Investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the shooting and to identify all persons involved.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has accused former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo of misleading the public by creating the impression that she sustained gunshot wounds during the enstoolment ceremony of its new leader.
In a statement, the church said the incident occurred on June 21, 2026, at its Kwabenya property after a lawful church event.
According to the mission, Ms. Safo arrived at the venue and forcefully drove her vehicle into the entrance gates, striking and causing substantial damage to two metallic gates.
“At the time of the incident, numerous worshippers and invited guests were present within the premises, including individuals seated in close proximity to the entrance,” the statement said.
The mission added that the act posed a serious risk to life and property, noting that security personnel intervened to prevent further escalation.
The church said it has taken note of unverified media reports and social media claims that Ms. Safo was shot by her brother during the incident.
“We categorically reject these allegations as false and misleading. To the best of our knowledge and based on information presently available to us, no such shooting occurred,” it stated.
The Kristo Asafo Mission is calling on authorities to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into all aspects of the incident.
It also urged the public to refrain from drawing conclusions based on unverified social media reports and to allow law enforcement to establish the facts through due process.
The mission reiterated its commitment to peace, truth, the rule of law, and the safety of all persons who attend its events.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
