Bloody 24 Hours in Bawku: Four Killed, Several Injured in Spate of Shootings  

A wave of violence has gripped the town of Bawku in the Upper East Region, leaving four people dead and several others injured in a spate of shootings within the past 24 hours. The latest attack occurred around 6 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, along the Atuba road near Binduri, resulting in two fatalities.

The victims, including two women, were reportedly shot dead by unknown gunmen who struck at different locations in the town. The motives behind the attacks are currently unknown, but security sources suggest that the killings may be linked to a long-standing chieftaincy dispute in the area.

The first attack occurred on Friday evening, October 24, when two people were shot dead at a location in the town. Several others were injured in the incident and are currently receiving treatment at the Bawku Municipal Hospital.

The latest shooting on Saturday morning brought the death toll to four, with several others injured. The victims have been identified as residents of the town, and their deaths have sparked widespread fear and panic among the local population.

Security personnel have been deployed to the area to maintain law and order, and investigations are underway to apprehend those responsible for the killings. The police have assured the public that they are doing everything possible to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore peace to the area.

The recent spate of shootings in Bawku has raised concerns about the security situation in the town and the need for urgent action to address the root causes of the violence. The government has been called upon to take decisive action to restore peace and stability in the area.

Credit – My Joy Online