In a heartbreaking incident, four people, including a child, were burned to death after gunmen attacked a commercial bus on the Walewale-Tamale highway. Authorities suspect that the attack is linked to the ongoing Bawku chieftaincy conflict.
Details of the Attack
Security agencies in Walewale, North East Region, confirmed the deaths following the violent gun attack. The bus, en route from Widana in the Pusiga District of the Upper East Region to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, was ambushed by gunmen and set ablaze near Kukua Loagri. Three adults and an infant were burned beyond recognition.
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The bus had developed a mechanical fault overnight, forcing it to stop for repairs. As the driver and conductor worked to fix the issue the next morning, armed attackers arrived, opened fire indiscriminately, and set the vehicle ablaze. The gunmen escaped into nearby thickets before law enforcement arrived at the scene.
Recent Violent Incidents
This attack adds to a series of violent incidents on the Bolgatanga-Walewale-Tamale highway in recent weeks. Just two days ago, armed gunmen ambushed and burned another commercial bus near Wulugu, killing three people. Although the motive behind the attacks remains unclear, security agencies suspect they are linked to the ongoing Bawku chieftaincy conflict.
Ongoing Violence in Bawku
Meanwhile, security sources in the Upper East Region have confirmed the killing of three people in Gumyoko, Binduri District, after unknown gunmen carried out another attack last night. This incident is also believed to be connected to the resurgence of violence in Bawku.
Authorities’ Response
Authorities have urged travelers to remain cautious while security forces intensify patrols along high-risk routes. The situation remains tense, and efforts are being made to restore peace and stability in the affected areas.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and the measures being taken to address the ongoing violence in the region
