The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with the assault on JoyNews journalist, Latif Iddrisu, during a demonstration in front of the EOCO Office in Accra on May 27, 2025.
The suspect, Theophilus Thompson, 55, was arrested on June 7, 2025, at James Town.
“Following investigations, on 7th June 2025 at about 5:00 p.m., the Regional Police Command arrested Theophilus Thompson, aged 55, at James Town in connection with the assault,” the police said in a statement.
The incident occurred when a group of individuals, including some members of parliament and supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), staged a demonstration in protest against the arrest of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
During the protest, Latif Iddrisu was confronted and assaulted by some demonstrators.
The police have assured the public that they are committed to protecting the rights of journalists and bringing anyone who engages in acts of violence against media personnel to justice.
“The Accra Regional Police Command reiterates its commitment to protecting the rights of journalists and ensuring that anyone who engages in acts of violence against media personnel or any member of the public is brought to justice,” the statement read.
The police are continuing their investigations and are working to identify and arrest other individuals involved in the incident.
Theopluis Thompson is currently in custody and is assisting with the investigation.
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