The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested the man seen in a viral Facebook video physically assaulting a woman believed to be his wife at Ofankor in the Ga East Municipality.
The suspect, identified as John Odartey Lamptey, was picked up by police on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the family residence after the disturbing video triggered widespread public outrage online.
According to a statement issued by the CID and signed by the Public Relations Officer, Chief Inspector Brigitte Babanawo, two of the suspect’s siblings — Grace Kushie Lamptey and Louis Odartey Lamptey— were also arrested.
The two allegedly attempted to attack a female tenant they suspected of recording and circulating the video. Police intervened swiftly and rescued the tenant to ensure her safety.
The CID further disclosed that efforts are ongoing to locate the victim, who reportedly fled the scene before officers arrived. Her safety and well-being, according to the Police, remain a top priority.
The Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to protecting victims of domestic violence and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice. The statement emphasised that the Service will continue to act decisively in all such cases and urged the public to report incidents of abuse promptly.
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