Regional News of Sunday, 25 January 2026Source: otecfmghana.comA clash between police personnel and illegal miners at Bepotenten in the Amansie Central District of the Ashanti Region has resulted in the death of one person and left three others with gunshot wounds. The incident occurred on Saturday, January 24, 2026, during a routine police patrol. According to reports, the police team seized a firearm belonging to the illegal mining group, which led to a confrontation. The Amansie Central District Security Council (DISEC) has ordered an investigation into the incident. The Ghana Police Service has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.

Source: GhanaWeb January 25, 2026 15:37 UTC