{"id":221239,"date":"2024-09-27T10:21:02","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T10:21:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/09\/27\/police-clear-air-on-controversy-surrounding-democracy-hub-protest\/"},"modified":"2024-09-27T10:21:02","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T10:21:02","slug":"police-clear-air-on-controversy-surrounding-democracy-hub-protest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/09\/27\/police-clear-air-on-controversy-surrounding-democracy-hub-protest\/","title":{"rendered":"Police Clear Air On Controversy Surrounding Democracy Hub Protest"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Ghana Police Service has issued a comprehensive statement clarifying the events surrounding the Democracy Hub protest, which took place from September 21-23, 2024.<\/p>\n<p>The protest initially planned for the Revolutionary Square, was deemed a security risk and redirected to alternative venues.<\/p>\n<p>Background of the Protest<\/p>\n<p>The Democracy Hub, a pressure group advocating for good governance and accountability, had notified the Police of their intention to hold a protest.<\/p>\n<p>The Police engaged with the conveners, agreeing on the date but advising against the chosen venue due to security concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Court Involvement<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, the Police said they took the matter to court, obtaining an order on September 18, 2024, prohibiting the Democracy Hub from using the Revolutionary Square.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this, the organizers insisted on picketing at the location.<\/p>\n<p>Unlawful Assembly<\/p>\n<p>On September 21, 2024, protesters unlawfully assembled at the 37 Intersection, engaging in acts such as blocking roads, setting fires, harassing and attacking road users, and damaging property.<\/p>\n<p>These actions caused extreme inconvenience to commuters, delayed access to medical facilities, and impacted commercial activities.<\/p>\n<p>Police Response<\/p>\n<p>The Police cautioned the organizers to relocate to one of the seven suggested venues, but they disregarded the warning.<\/p>\n<p>During the arrest, Police demonstrated restraint, despite provocations.<\/p>\n<p>Arrests and Detention<\/p>\n<p>Fifty-four persons were arrested, including Grace Asantewaa, a 50-year-old woman wrongly reported as 68.<\/p>\n<p>She was granted bail due to the presence of her child, who was provided with food.<\/p>\n<p>The child accompanied Asantewaa to the Police Station.<\/p>\n<p>Disputing False Claims<\/p>\n<p>The Police disputed allegations of arresting a pregnant woman, Gloria Vera Louise. Medical examinations revealed she was not pregnant.<\/p>\n<p>The Police urge the public to disregard false reports.<\/p>\n<p>The Police noted that the Professional Standards Bureau will investigate instances of prolonged detention beyond 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p>The Police assured their commitment to nurturing democratic freedoms and providing security for peaceful protests.<\/p>\n<p>Reactions and Concerns<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, critics argue that the Police response was heavy-handed, while others commend their restraint.<\/p>\n<p><strong>-BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 2 -->\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 The Ghana Police Service has issued a comprehensive statement clarifying the events surrounding the Democracy Hub protest, which took place from September 21-23, 2024. The protest initially planned for the Revolutionary Square, was deemed a security risk and redirected to alternative venues. 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