The violence stemmed from an earlier misunderstanding between the two youth groups
One person has been confirmed dead and several others injured following a violent clash between youth from Mankesim and Ekumfi Eyisam in the Mfantseman Municipality of the Central Region.
According to a report by adomonline.com dated January 4, 2026, the violence, which began on Thursday, January 1, 2026, is believed to have originated from an earlier misunderstanding between youth from the two communities at the Saltpond Beach.
Police sources indicate that tensions escalated when three young men from Ekumfi Eyisam were allegedly heckled at the Mankesim Shell Filling Station near Pizza Man, reportedly as retaliation for the earlier dispute.
“The victims called for reinforcement from Ekumfi Eyisam, leading to the arrival of armed youth and a violent confrontation,” the report said.
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The clash reportedly involved the use of firearms, cutlasses, and corrosive substances.
One individual, identified only as Wisdom, was allegedly shot dead, while several others sustained injuries, including acid burns and cutlass wounds.
The violence caused widespread panic at Mankesim, forcing residents to flee to safety as disturbances spread across parts of the town, the report added.
Police personnel from the Mankesim District Command were deployed to the area to restore calm.
Authorities say efforts are ongoing to contain the situation and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
No arrests have been officially confirmed as investigations continue.
MRA/AE
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