In a tragic turn of events, a Ghana Immigration Service officer, Isaac Oppong, is currently facing murder charges following the alleged shooting and killing of a motorbike rider in Dzobikope near Kleve. The 30-year-old officer, who was stationed at the Honuta Immigration Post, was reportedly on patrol armed with a pistol when the incident took place on January 17.
According to reports, Oppong and his colleague were in pursuit of the motorbike riders, and upon signaling them to stop, the accused allegedly shot 25-year-old Christian Dagbey in the ribs, claiming that the rider had attempted to disarm him.
During the court proceedings, the prosecution, represented by Sergeant Kwadwo Otibu-Gyan, revealed that the accused and his colleague had apprehended the deceased during the pursuit at Dzobikope. It was alleged that the rider had made an attempt to dispossess Oppong of his duty pistol, resulting in an accidental discharge that tragically proved fatal for Dagbey.
Following the incident, Oppong was promptly arrested, and his duty pistol was retained as evidence. Subsequently, he appeared in court where his plea was not taken, and he was remanded in prison custody until March 19. It is worth noting that the defense counsel had requested for Oppong's detention at the Ghana Immigration Service’s facility in Accra. However, the prosecution objected to this request, citing the ongoing investigation and the necessity for unrestricted access to the accused.
This case serves as a poignant reminder of the gravity of the responsibilities entrusted to law enforcement officers and the potential consequences of their actions. As the legal proceedings unfold, it is imperative that all parties involved adhere to due process and that justice is served in a fair and transparent manner.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Christian Dagbey during this difficult time. It is our hope that through the legal process, a thorough and just resolution will be reached.
-By Abigail Soreno | Ghana Crimes
