A viral video showing a police officer assaulting a motor rider at an unidentified location in Accra surfaced online on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
The footage shows the officer slapping the motor rider severely and ordering him to kneel.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with some Ghanaians questioning the officer's conduct and calling for investigations into the matter.
This episode adds to ongoing discussions about police professionalism and the treatment of civilians, especially as public confidence in law enforcement continues to be a critical concern in the country.
While the circumstances leading to the confrontation remain unclear, the police has yet to issue a statement regarding the incident.
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Watch the mixed reactions from drivers and hawkers using the Flower Pot Interchange below: