Dominic Frimpong, a 20-year-old winger for Berekum Chelsea, was killed during an armed robbery targeting his team's bus in Ghana. The attack occurred on the Bibiani-Goaso highway in Ahyiresu as the squad was returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture.
An armed group intercepted the vehicle and opened fire on the bus. While several players and club officials managed to flee into the nearby forest to escape the gunfire, Frimpong was unable to flee the vehicle in time.
According to local reports, the young athlete sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head. Emergency responders rushed him to a nearby hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
Investigation underway
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) released a statement expressing profound shock over the incident. The governing body confirmed the details of the ambush and the death of the promising player.
“The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has received with deep shock and great sadness the tragic news of the death of Dominic Frimpong, of Berekum Chelsea Football Club,” the GFA said in an official communication.
“Dominic Frimpong lost his life following an armed robbery against the team as they were returning from a Ghana Premier League match. The incident has shocked the entire football community,” the entity added.
The association described Frimpong as a rising talent whose dedication embodied the spirit of the national league. They noted that the loss impacts both the club and the broader Ghanaian football landscape.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of the attack. The GFA stated it is in constant communication with Berekum Chelsea and the Ghana Police Service to ensure the perpetrators are identified.
“We urge that all necessary measures be taken to ensure that justice is served,” the GFA statement concluded.
