A police officer has been interdicted by the Ghana Police Service for allegedly assaulting on a member of the public in Takoradi, Western Region. The officer, identified as General Corporal Wise Bessey, was stationed at the Takoradi District Police Command.
According to a statement issued by the Police Administration, the interdiction is to allow for a thorough investigation into the incident and the professional conduct of the officer in line with Police Service Regulations.
The statement also said that the victim has been contacted by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, who has assured him of the needed police assistance and a thorough investigation into the incident.
The Police Administration further assured the general public that the police will continue to ensure that professionalism is maintained at all times in the discharge of their mandate.
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The statement did not disclose the details of the incident or the identity of the victim.
The interdiction of the officer comes at a time when the police service is facing public scrutiny and criticism over some cases of police brutality and misconduct in the country.
In July 2023, a police officer was interdicted after a video emerged showing him dragging a suspect on the ground by his neck at Dadease, near Kumawu in the Ashanti Region.
In September 2021, another four police officers were interdicted for allegedly assaulting some persons in Tamale, Northern Region, while they were assigned to assist NEDCO/VRA officials in arresting suspects involved in illegal power connections.
The IGP, who assumed office in August 2021, has vowed to reform the police service and ensure that officers who abuse their power or violate human rights are held accountable. He has also pledged to improve the welfare and morale of the police personnel and enhance their capacity and professionalism.
