A police investigation has concluded that Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, assaulted a police officer during a public protest earlier this year.
The case docket has been forwarded to the Office of the Attorney General (AG) for further action, and the public is now calling for an update on the matter.
According to police sources, a one-minute, 13-second video surfaced in May 2025 showing a physical altercation allegedly involving Afenyo-Markin and a police officer on duty at the protest.
The Ghana Police Service subsequently secured the footage and launched a formal investigation.
A preliminary probe confirmed that an officer, who was performing lawful duty during the demonstration, was indeed assaulted.
The officer later lodged an official complaint on May 6, 2025, accompanied by a detailed statement and was issued a Police Medical Form for treatment and documentation of any injuries.
In a counter-complaint filed the same day, Hon. Afenyo-Markin alleged that he was the victim of an assault by the police officer.
The Police Service recorded his statement as well as those of two witnesses — Mr. Sammi Awuku and Mr. Richard Ahiagba.
To ensure a thorough investigation, the Police sought additional CCTV footage from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) and the National Signals Bureau (NSB).
Upon reviewing all available evidence, investigators found no proof supporting Afenyo-Markin’s claim that he was assaulted.
Although the Minority Leader was issued a Police Medical Form to undergo an independent medical examination, officials say he has not submitted the completed form or responded to repeated follow-up requests since May 6, 2025.
After completing its full-scale investigation, the Ghana Police Service concluded that Hon. Afenyo-Markin assaulted the officer on duty. The case docket was subsequently forwarded to the Office of the Attorney General in June 2025 for advice and possible prosecution.
As of November 2025, the Police have indicated that they are awaiting direction from the Attorney General’s Office.
Civil society groups and members of the public are now urging the AG to provide a status update on the case and clarify the next steps.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
