Police Probe Deadly Shooting Incident at Lassia Tuolu in Wa West

The Upper West Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred at Lassia Toulu, a community in the Wa West District, on Sunday, October 19, 2025.

According to a statement signed by the Regional Police Commander, ACP Francis K. Yiribaare, the attack took place around 8:30 p.m. when unidentified gunmen riding on two motorbikes stormed a local drinking spot and opened fire, killing one person and injuring several others.

The armed men reportedly robbed a barbering shop, a provision store, and a local restaurant before fleeing the scene. Police patrol teams quickly responded to the incident, rescuing the injured and transporting them to the Lassia and St. Ignatius Health Centres for first aid. The victims were later referred to the Upper West Regional Hospital for further treatment.

Police recovered eight spent BB cartridges from the scene to support the ongoing investigation.

A joint team comprising officials from the District Assembly, the Police Service, the Military, the Immigration Service, and the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) has since visited the affected communities to assess the situation and interact with victims and local leaders, according to the statement.

The Regional Police Command, together with the Wa West District Chief Executive, also visited the victims at the Wa Regional Hospital on Monday, October 20, where the attending medical officer confirmed that all the victims are responding well to treatment.

Meanwhile, joint security patrols have been intensified in Lassia Toulu and surrounding communities to enhance public safety as police pursue the perpetrators.

The Regional Police Command has assured residents that all necessary measures are being taken to restore calm and ensure security in the area. It has also urged the public to remain calm and provide credible information to aid the ongoing investigation.