Protest erupts at Akyem Hemang over alleged military killing

The residents subsequently submitted a formal petition to the Fanteakwa South District Assembly, seeking answers and appropriate action over the incident.

Speaking to the media after the residents presented a petition to the Fanteakwa South District Chief Executive (DCE), Mercy Korang, the Assemblyman for the area, Darko Richmond, alleged that Acheampong was shot from behind while fleeing the scene.

Residents of Akyem Hemang in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region have taken to the streets to demand justice for 28-year-old Douglas Acheampong, who they allege was shot and killed by military personnel during a clash at a local mining concession.