ACCRA — Ghanaian footballer Dominic Frimpong has died after suspected armed robbers opened fire at the bus carrying his team Berekum Chelsea back from a fixture, the country’s football association said.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) expressed its “profound shock and deep sorrow”, and shared its “heartfelt condolences” to the 20-year-old’s family, teammates and all who work for the team.
“Dominic was a promising young talent whose dedication and passion for the game embodied the spirit of our league,” it added.
“This tragic incident is not only a huge loss to Berekum Chelsea but also to Ghana football as a whole. Dominic was a promising young talent whose dedication and passion for the game embodied the spirit of our league.”
It said it would strengthen security arrangements for clubs travelling for domestic competitions.
The attack on Sunday happened between Goaso and Bibiani as the team were heading home from the game against Samartex in Samreboi in the south of the country.
“On our way back to Berekum from Samreboi, our team bus was attacked by a group of armed robbers who blocked the road to prevent our passage,” the club said in a statement on Monday.
“Masked men wielding guns and assault rifles started shooting at our bus as the driver tried to reverse. The players and staff fled into nearby bushes to take cover.”
The Ghanaian FA later said that 20-year-old Frimpong had died.
The suspects have yet to be caught as investigations into the incident continue.
“We urge that all necessary measures be taken to ensure justice is served,” the GFA said, adding it is in contact with relevant authorities and the club.
In a similar incident in 2023, Legon Cities’ team bus was attacked following a game at Samartex, though no one was reported injured. — Agencies
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