Policeman on escort duties shot by armed robbers after AK47 failed to function

A policeman, Constable Abdul Karim Yusif, was shot after his AK47 rifle malfunctioned during an armed robbery attack while escorting a passenger bus from Kumasi to Atebubu in the Bono East Region on November 19, 2024.

The attack occurred around 1 am when armed robbers ambushed the vehicle at Patuda, opening fire.

Despite attempting to return fire, the policeman’s rifle failed, resulting in him and the bus driver being shot.

Fortunately, other passengers were unharmed.

The injured were rushed to Atebubu Government Hospital, with the policeman later referred to Wenchi Hospital for further treatment.