The Job Of the Police Is Not To Shoot To Kill - Former Mayor Of Tamale

Former Mayor of Tamale, Hon. Musah Iddrisu has called on the police administration to expedite the investigation into the shootings in Lamashegu that had led to the death of a Junior High School graduate.

He said the duty of the police is not to kill but to protect the lives and property of the citizenry.

According to him, the investigation must be wholly transparent.

On Sunday 13th February 2022, some police personnel chased and shot a driver at the premises of Lamasheigu's chief palace. The incident sparked agitation in the community resulting in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds.

Through a statement, he said the officers found culpable must be dealt with by the law.

READ THE FULL STATEMENT BELOW

My information is that several police officers have been interdicted for the unlawful killing of a teenager in my hometown of Tamale yesterday.    This is welcome news.

The matter we are told is being investigated. The investigation must be wholly transparent, thorough, and expeditious.     The officers culpable for this dastard crime must be dealt with by the police is not to kill but to protect lives and property.

My deepest condolences to the bereaved family. 

I pray that those injured as a result of this unprofessional conduct by the Tamale District Police Patrol Team recover with speed.