Berekum Chelsea winger Dominic Frimpong killed in armed bus attack
Berekum Chelsea winger Dominic Frimpong has died after being shot during an armed robbery on his team’s bus as they returned from a Ghana Premier League match on Sunday.
The 20-year-old was travelling back from a domestic fixture against Samartex when the fatal ambush occurred on the Goaso-Bibiani road in southern Ghana.
According to his club, masked men wielding assault rifles blocked the route to prevent the coach from passing.
The attackers opened fire as the driver desperately attempted to reverse the vehicle to safety.
Players forced to flee into bushes
Teammates and staff were forced to abandon the vehicle and run into nearby foliage to take cover from the gunfire.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) released a statement expressing profound shock at the tragic loss of the young talent.
“This tragic incident is not only a huge loss to Berekum Chelsea but also to Ghana football as a whole.”
The governing body noted that the deceased forward’s dedication to the sport embodied the spirit of their league.
GFA pledges enhanced security
In the wake of the fatal attack, officials have committed to strengthening security arrangements for domestic squads travelling across the country.
Sunday’s incident is unfortunately not an isolated occurrence within the West African nation’s top flight.
Another tier-one side, Legon Cities, were similarly targeted by armed individuals following an away game against Samartex in 2023.
While that previous ambush did not result in physical injuries, this latest tragedy highlights severe safety concerns for travelling athletes.
