A secondary school student in Kumasi, Ghana, was injured after being shot by a classmate on Friday, April 4, 2025. The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 AM during the school’s first break.
According to student reports, Bernard Amoabeng, a student at the unnamed secondary school, produced a firearm from his school bag and initially threatened a female student. He then pointed the weapon at a male student, Samuel Manu.
In an attempt to deflect the weapon, Samuel struck it, causing it to discharge. The bullet struck Suzzy Pinamang, a student in class 2A10, in the face, resulting in severe bleeding.
Suzzy Pinamang was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Bernard Amoabeng has been taken into custody by law enforcement and is currently under investigation.
The incident has caused significant concern among students, parents, and school officials. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
