In a shocking act of violence, the Agona Asafo community was rocked yesterday when the local Assemblyman was shot during a brazen daylight robbery. The incident, which occurred in broad daylight, has left residents stunned and questioning public safety in the area.
According to eyewitnesses, the Assemblyman was targeted by armed assailants while carrying out routine duties in a public space. The attackers reportedly opened fire without warning, leaving the lawmaker injured and prompting a frantic rush to nearby medical facilities.
Authorities have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators, describing the attack as “dangerously audacious” given the time of day and the public setting. Police confirmed that the victim sustained gunshot wounds but is currently in stable condition under medical care.
Residents expressed outrage over the growing boldness of criminals in the region, calling for heightened security and stricter measures to protect public officials and civilians alike. “If they can attack an elected official in daylight, what hope do ordinary citizens have?” one local resident commented.
Security experts warn that incidents like this highlight a troubling trend of daytime robberies and targeted attacks, emphasizing the need for both preventative policing and community vigilance.
The Assemblyman is expected to issue a public statement once fully recovered, while law enforcement agencies continue their investigation to bring the shooters to justice.
This brazen attack has sent shockwaves through Agona Asafo, raising urgent questions about safety, law enforcement effectiveness, and the protection of public servants in Ghana.
