The Police in the Western Region has rescued a 12-year-old boy who was subjected to severe physical abuse in a viral video that sparked outrage across the country, according to a statement released here Tuesday.
In the viral video, the boy was seen tied with a nylon rope and hanging from the roof of a building while being viciously beaten by two men.
According to a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Western Regional Police Command, the incident occurred at New Ankasa, a community near Elubo in the Western Region.
The boy was allegedly assaulted by the two adults after being accused of stealing an amount of GH₵200.
The suspects, identified as 58-year-old Issah Morro and 27-year-old Suleman Abdul Rashid, have been arrested and are currently in police custody, assisting with investigations.
The police confirmed that the victim has since received medical attention and has been reunited with his father.
Superintendent Olivia E. T. Adiku, Head of the Public Affairs Unit in the Western Region, assured the public of the police’s commitment to public safety and urged citizens to report any suspicious or harmful behaviour to the nearest police station.
The arrest and rescue operation was conducted by officers from the Half Assini Division, who moved swiftly after the disturbing footage circulated on social media. The video had triggered widespread condemnation and calls for justice.
The police have reiterated their commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals and are working to ensure that those responsible for such violent acts face the full rigour of the law. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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