A mysterious gun attack on a group of people at a drinking spot in the Binduri District of the Upper East Region has claimed the lives of two individuals and injured four others, with the perpetrators remaining at large.
The tragic incident occurred on midnight Sunday, March 24, 2024, near the bustling Binduri market, stunning residents and spreading fear throughout the area.
Security sources revealed that the assailants arrived at the drinking spot on motorcycles and unleashed a hail of bullets, instantly claiming the lives of two patrons.
In addition to the two fatalities, four more individuals suffered gunshot injuries and were promptly transported to a nearby medical facility for emergency care.
Security personnel have begun investigating the attack and are taking concerted efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Although the exact motive is still unknown, security sources believe it may be connected to the longstanding Bawku chieftaincy dispute, which has led to intermittent outbreaks of violence in the area.
The recent attack has escalated concerns among local residents, prompting widespread demands for a bolstered security presence and more robust strategies to combat future violence in the Binduri District.
