Tensions have flared in Ejura, Ashanti Region, as angry youth stormed the local police station, freeing suspects on remand and setting the facility ablaze on Saturday.
Reports indicate that the crowd, which overwhelmed law enforcement officers, vandalized the station before igniting the building. Although the exact cause of the unrest remains unclear, the situation rapidly escalated, prompting armed soldiers to intervene with warning shots to disperse the mob.
Eyewitnesses described the chaotic scenes, where the agitated youth forced open cells to release suspects and directed their frustrations at the police facility.


Authorities have yet to comment officially on the matter, but investigations are anticipated to shed light on the motives behind the disturbances.
The incident underscores growing tensions in the area, highlighting the need for swift action to restore order and address underlying issues.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.