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Police launch manhunt for 7 after deadly Bunkprugu violence
The renewed violence erupted on Saturday after Mr Musah was allegedly enskinned as a rival chief by members of the Jamong Family at a secluded location, despite a court injunction restraining the group from proceeding with the ceremony.
Police in Bunkprugu in the North East Region have launched a manhunt for Melchizedek Babotin Musah and six others following a deadly escalation in the town's protracted chieftaincy dispute.
Police launch manhunt Speaking to JoyNews' North East Regional Correspondent, ASP Emmanuel Simtim confirmed that the police were actively searching for those allegedly behind the latest incident.
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