The Central Regional Police Command has arrested six students of Aggrey Memorial Senior High School in connection with the alleged assault and robbery of a final-year Adisadel College student during the inter-colleges sports festival in Cape Coast.
According to a police press release issued on February 24, 2026, the incident occurred on Friday, February 20, at about 3:30 p.m., near Pedu Junction, shortly after the final day of the inter-colleges sports festival at the Cape Coast Stadium.
Police said the suspects, aged between 13 and 17, were handed over to the Kotokuraba Police Station by the authorities of Aggrey Memorial Senior High School later that evening at about 7:30 p.m.
The victim, identified as Rexford Owusu-Ansah, was reportedly leaving the stadium with two friends to return to campus when a group of Aggrey Memorial students approached them and asked whether they attended Adisadel College. Moments later, the group allegedly attacked them.
While the victim’s two friends managed to escape, Rexford was reportedly overpowered, kicked to the ground, and assaulted. The attackers allegedly made away with his iPhone 17 Pro Max, an amount of GH¢1,400 in cash, and his shoes.
He was initially treated at the stadium clinic before being referred to the Cape Coast Regional Hospital. He was discharged on Sunday, February 22.
However, a police medical report endorsed by a medical doctor indicated that the victim sustained a fractured bone near his right eye, leaving him unable to open it fully.
Police said the victim’s two friends have indicated that they can identify the suspects involved in the attack.
The six juvenile suspects were arrested and detained to assist with investigations. The Central Regional Police Command has strongly condemned the incident and assured the public that due process will be followed.
“The juvenile offenders will face the full rigours of the law,” the statement signed by ASP Patrick Bentum, Acting Public Affairs Officer of the Central Region, said.
The incident has sparked renewed concerns over student violence during inter-school events in the region.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
