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Nchiraa Yam festival: Two killed, 14 injured as police restore calm
According to the Bono Regional Police Command, in a statement signed by Chief Inspector Thomas Akeelah, Public Relations Officer, preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred at about 5:30 p.“The situation remains calm,” the Bono Regional Police Command said, assuring residents and the general public that efforts are underway to identify and arrest persons involved in the disturbances.
The police statement said two people died in the incident, while 13 others, including a police officer, sustained gunshot wounds and are receiving treatment.
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