A tragic incident marred the Ghana Premier League match between Nsoatreman FC and Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC on February 2, 2025, resulting in the death of one person. The Ghana Police Service has arrested three individuals in connection with the violent disturbances that occurred during the match at Nsoatre in the Bono Region
The suspects, identified as Ignatius Baffour Awuah, Agyemang Duah Owusu, and Kyeremeh Joseph, are currently in police custody and are assisting in the investigation. A search conducted in the room of suspect Agyemang Duah Owusu led to the retrieval of two dresses with suspected bloodstains and an MP 23 pistol with 15 rounds of ammunition
The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and the leadership of Kumasi Asante Kotoko Football FC. He assured them of a thorough investigation into the matter
A special team from the Criminal Investigation Department Headquarters has been deployed to assist the Bono Regional Police Command in the investigation. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has also visited the family of the deceased to offer their condolences and support
The match, which ended in a 1-0 defeat for Kotoko, was marred by intense confrontations both on and off the pitch. The violence escalated further after the final whistle, leading to chaotic scenes between rival supporters
