Police arrest gang leader and a suspect over robbery attack on Berekum Chelsea team bus

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of a suspected gang leader and an accomplice in connection with the armed robbery attack on the team bus of Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea.

The incident occurred on the Bibiani–Goaso road last Sunday after Berekum Chelsea had honoured a league fixture against FC Samartex at DUN’s Park. Armed assailants reportedly blocked the road and opened fire when the driver attempted to reverse upon sensing danger.

Players and officials were forced to flee into nearby bushes amid the gunfire. In the chaos, forward Dominic Frimpong sustained a gunshot wound to the head.

He was rushed to the Bibiani Government Hospital but was later pronounced dead. Six other players suffered minor injuries during the attack.

Following the attack, the Police Service launched a manhunt for those responsible. In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, authorities confirmed the arrest of two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with both the robbery and the killing of the 20-year-old attacker, who was on loan from Aduana FC.

POLICE UPDATE: TWO ARRESTED FOR ROBBERY ATTACK ON BREKUM CHELSEA FOOTBALL TEAM

The Police have arrested the gang leader and one other suspect in connection with the robbery incident that led to the death of Berekum Chelsea footballer. pic.twitter.com/3hhDtoCfi4

— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) April 16, 2026

Frimpong had been one of Berekum Chelsea’s emerging talents this season, scoring two goals in 13 league appearances before his untimely death.

Meanwhile, football governing bodies, including FIFA and CAF, as well as several clubs, have paid tribute to the young forward, whose tragic passing has sent shockwaves across the football community.

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