Central Region: Police launch investigation after viral video of school violence (VIDEO)
The Ghana Police Service has opened investigations into a violent incident that disrupted the District Schools Athletics Games in Agona Swedru in the Central Region on February 19.
What was intended to showcase sporting talent and camaraderie among students reportedly degenerated into disorder following a confrontation between students from two participating schools.
Eyewitnesses said tensions escalated between students of Obrachire Senior High Technical School and Swedru School of Business, widely known as SWESBUS, culminating in a physical clash.
During the disturbance, a student from Obrachire was allegedly attacked by a group of students. The victim was reportedly struck with sticks and pelted with stones before bystanders intervened to restore calm.
Videos circulating on social media captured scenes of confusion, with a crowd gathered around the injured student as the altercation unfolded. He was subsequently conveyed to a health facility for medical attention.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the Ghana Police Service confirmed that it had taken notice of the widely shared footage.
“POLICE COMMENCE INVESTIGATION INTO VIRAL VIDEO OF STUDENT VIOLENCE
The Ghana Police Service has sighted a viral video in which a group of people are seen pelting stones at a student.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and further developments will be communicated in due course.
The Service strongly condemns the violence and assures the public that all perpetrators will be identified and brought to justice.”
The police have since assured the public that those found culpable will face the full rigours of the law, as efforts continue to establish the precise circumstances that led to the confrontation.
The incident has sparked concern among residents and education stakeholders in the country, with calls for enhanced security and stricter supervision at inter-school sporting events to prevent a recurrence.
Authorities say further updates will be provided as investigations progress.
Watch the video below;
A student of Awutu Obrachire Senior High Technical School is currently battling for his life after he was allegedly assaulted by students from another school during a zonal athletics competition in Agona Swedru in the Central Region. pic.twitter.com/1JlVyeD6rG
— citizen Journalist (@aggrey_wesley) February 22, 2026
