The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has initiated an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred at the Sogakope Customs checkpoint on February 19, 2025, resulting in injuries to a bystander. In a statement issued on February 20, the GRA reassured the public that a comprehensive investigation is underway to uncover the circumstances surrounding the event.
The authority also expressed sympathy for those affected and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all stakeholders. According to the statement, Customs officers at the checkpoint received intelligence about a suspected uncustomed Mercedes-Benz E350 sedan being smuggled into Ghana from Togo. As officers attempted to intercept the vehicle, the occupants abandoned it and fled.
In an effort to stop them, the officers fired warning shots, but a bystander was reportedly hit by a stray bullet a few meters from the checkpoint. The injured individual was rushed to the Sogakope Comboni Hospital and is currently responding to treatment, the GRA confirmed. While emphasizing its role in protecting national revenue and securing Ghana’s borders, the GRA pledged to take the necessary steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
By: Jonathan Adjei
