A violent robbery in Assin Fosu has left Lucas Osei, a 41-year-old Cocoa District Officer, fighting for his life. The attack occurred at approximately 2 a.m. on Thursday in the New Habitat suburb of Assin Fosu. Four masked robbers, armed with machetes and scissors, attacked Osei, also known as D.O., in his room while he was asleep.
The robbers made off with GH¢100,000, two laptops, and two mobile phones, leaving the victim with severe injuries. Eyewitnesses reported finding the victim in a pool of blood, crying for help, and rushed him to St. Francis Xavier Hospital for medical attention.
The victim’s condition is reported to be critical, and he is currently undergoing treatment at the hospital. The police have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to apprehend the suspects.
A team of police officers, led by Superintendent Kwabena Darkoh, the Central North Regional Police Crime Officer, responded promptly to the report. Although the suspects escaped before the police arrived, the officers recovered the machete and scissors, which have been preserved as evidence.
The police, including the Central North Regional Commander, DCOP Emmanuel Teye Cudjoe, visited the hospital to assess the victim’s injuries and gather more information about the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and the community is in shock over the vicious attack.
The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. The victim’s family is also appealing for support and assistance during this difficult time.
Source:kofitutunews.com
