A shooting incident at Adventist Senior High School in Kumasi has left a student injured. Bernard Amoabeng allegedly pointed a gun at a classmate, leading to a serious injury. The victim is receiving treatment at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.
Student Injured in Shooting Incident at Adventist Senior High School, Kumasi
A shooting incident at Adventist Senior High School in Kumasi on April 4, 2025, has left a student seriously injured. The shooter, Bernard Amoabeng, reportedly pointed a gun at a classmate during break time, injuring the victim in the face. The injured student, Suzzy Pinamang, is currently receiving treatment at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.
Student Shot at Adventist Senior High School, Kumasi: Authorities Investigate
On April 4, 2025, a disturbing shooting incident occurred at Adventist Senior High School in Bantama, Kumasi. Bernard Amoabeng, a student in class 2A10, took a gun from his school bag during the morning break and allegedly threatened to shoot a fellow student. According to the report, Amoabeng had been absent from school for some time after taking leave for medical treatment, and despite not returning on the scheduled date, he continued to attend as a day student.
Details of the Incident
The shooting occurred at approximately 9:30 AM during the first break. As per statements from other students in the class, Amoabeng reportedly showed a gun to his classmates, including Samuel Manu, who became frightened when the gun was pointed at him. Manu, in a state of panic, took the gun away from Amoabeng and pointed it in another direction to avoid any potential harm. Unfortunately, the gun discharged, hitting Suzzy Pinamang, another student in 2A10, in the face. The bullet caused serious bleeding, and the victim was immediately rushed for medical attention.
Action and Response
Following the incident, school authorities were quickly alerted, and the Suame District Police were notified. The authorities responded promptly, arresting Bernard Amoabeng. The injured student, Suzzy Pinamang, was initially taken to Kwadaso SDA Hospital before being referred to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi for further treatment. Her condition remains under medical observation.
Investigation and Next Steps
School officials have assured that the situation will be under scrutiny as they conduct further investigations. The Regional Manager of SDA Schools in Kumasi has been informed and will likely follow up on the incident after the weekend. The authorities are currently investigating the exact circumstances that led to the incident and will take the necessary actions in the coming days.
Conclusion and School’s Actions
The school has assured the public that it will provide a more detailed update on the situation by Monday, April 7, 2025, as more information is gathered. The school and the authorities have called for calm and support as they work to address the matter.
As this case unfolds, there will be questions about the accessibility of firearms on school grounds and the safety measures in place to prevent such incidents. The incident has deeply shocked the school community, and many are left wondering how such a tragedy could happen at an educational institution.
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