Teenage Robber Kills Okada Rider in Adugyama; Community Outrage Averted by Police Intervention

A shocking incident of violence has rocked Adugyama, a town in the Ahafo Ano South East District of the Ashanti Region, where a young man, believed to be in his late teens, allegedly shot and killed an “Okada” rider (commercial motorcyclist) before fleeing with the victim’s motorbike. The tragic event has sparked outrage in the community and triggered a police investigation to identify both the suspect and the victim.

Eyewitnesses who spoke to Angel TV News reporter Bismark Mensah described the horrific scene, stating that the suspect callously left the Okada rider to die after shooting him. The incident occurred on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, leaving the community in shock and mourning.

In a surprising turn of events, residents revealed that the suspect was involved in an accident while attempting to escape from the scene. As a result of the accident, the suspect sustained injuries and was subsequently taken to Mankranso Hospital for medical treatment.

News of the suspect’s location quickly spread among Okada riders in the area, who, fueled by anger and grief, reportedly stormed the hospital with the intention of exacting revenge. A potentially violent confrontation was only averted by the timely intervention of local police, who managed to prevent further bloodshed.

The suspect is currently in police custody, where he is being questioned in connection with the murder and robbery. The police investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to gather evidence, identify the victim, and determine the full circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by Okada riders and the need for increased security measures to protect them from criminal activity. The community is now grappling with the loss of life and the trauma of witnessing such a brutal act of violence.