The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect seen in a viral video assaulting a young man with a machete beside a fuel tanker.
The arrest was made on Tuesday, April 9, 2025, through an intelligence-led operation. The suspect, identified as Dawuda Sumaila, a driver’s mate, is currently in police custody and assisting with ongoing investigations.
According to the police, the violent incident took place on Friday, April 4, 2025, in Anyinam, a community in the Eastern Region.
The shocking video, which quickly spread across social media, triggered widespread public outrage and demands for immediate action.
In the footage, Sumaila is seen brandishing a machete and brutally attacking the victim in broad daylight.
In a statement, the Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to upholding law and order and ensuring that justice is served.
Investigations are underway to determine the motive behind the attack and the circumstances leading up to the incident.
