Two Techiman SHS teachers arrested over viral video of assault on student

The Bono East Regional Police Command has arrested two teachers of Techiman Secondary School following investigations into a viral video allegedly showing them assaulting a 17-year-old male student.

The suspects, identified as Jerry Jones Owusu Bekoe, 37, an English teacher, and Ameyaw Adusa, 44, an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) teacher, were arrested on November 1, 2026, and are in police custody assisting with investigations.

According to a press release issued by the Regional Police Command, preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred on October 23, 2026, at about 4:00 p.m. on the school’s campus.

The police said the two teachers allegedly assaulted the Form Three student following an allegation that the victim had assaulted two Form One students.

The Command said it was taking steps to ensure the victim receives the necessary medical and psychological support.

It also assured the public of its commitment to the welfare and protection of all students as investigations continue.