A report by Asaase Radio indicates that a tragic incident unfolded on the night of January 8, 2025, between the police and a group of individuals attempting to breach security at the Newmont mining site in Ntotroso, Ahafo Region, resulting in the deaths of three people and left four others injured.
According to the Ghana Police Service, the clash occurred during a security operation aimed at preventing gold theft from the mining site.
The suspects allegedly attempted to steal gold when they encountered security forces, leading to a violent confrontation.
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