A violent clash that erupted in Adoagyiri, near Nsawam, has led to the remand of Osei Reagan, also known by the alias Kojo Okutu, after a court proceeding at the Kaneshie District Court. The confrontation, which left one person dead and several others seriously injured, has prompted an intense manhunt for additional suspects believed to be involved in the mayhem.
According to police investigators, Reagan’s arrest came after his alleged involvement in a series of revenge attacks between rival gangs escalated into full-blown street violence. Authorities have named several others — including individuals identified only as Kingsford, Dada Kofi, Talibo, Aheto, and Fire — who are still evading capture.
Police accounts indicate that on May 20, 2025, local authorities in Nsawam received urgent reports about a shooting incident. Multiple victims were rushed to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries, including gunshot and cutlass wounds. One victim, Edward Akwasi Aheto, sustained a bullet injury to his thigh. Another, Massawud Issah, had suffered a serious head injury, while a third victim, Kwabena Aboagye, was undergoing treatment for multiple deep wounds across his body.
Medical documentation was provided for the injured, and by the next day, Issah had been transferred to the University of Ghana Medical Centre due to the severity of his condition. Aheto was also moved to a regional facility in Koforidua. Aboagye was eventually discharged.
Later that same day, police received another report from a man named Eugene Asare, who claimed to have been assaulted by a suspect known as “Fire.” He initially sought treatment at a local clinic before being referred to the 37 Military Hospital.
On the night of May 22, Issah passed away while still receiving care. His death sparked outrage in the community. In protest, a group of agitated youth from the local Zongo area launched attacks on properties, damaging the town’s AstroTurf pitch, smashing vehicles, and looting shops.
An autopsy conducted the following day confirmed that Issah died from a severe head injury inflicted by a sharp object, with signs pointing to a brutal assault. His remains were later handed over to relatives for burial.
Reagan, described as a close associate of Aheto, was picked up by law enforcement after being identified as one of those who had participated in the rampage. Investigators have since uncovered that tensions began a day earlier, on May 19, when Reagan and Aheto allegedly organized a retaliatory attack with members of a local gang. Armed with machetes and sticks, the group reportedly went in search of Kingsford but failed to locate him. Instead, they attacked Aboagye and left Asare with a fractured nose.
By the next morning, another group allegedly aligned with Kingsford struck back. They were reportedly armed with firearms and blades, and during their attack, Aheto was shot, and Issah was hacked with a cutlass — injuries that would later prove fatal.
Law enforcement says the case remains under investigation and has intensified efforts to locate the remaining suspects.
During court proceedings, Reagan’s legal team requested bail, arguing that he had no intention of fleeing, had health issues, and was involved in community development. However, the prosecution opposed the application, noting the severity of the charges and the risk of the accused avoiding trial.
Since the District Court has no jurisdiction to grant bail in such a case, the accused was informed that he would have to submit a bail request to the High Court.
