Armed robbers attack Berekum Chelsea team bus, forward Frimpong killed
Dominic Frimpong was killed on Sunday, April 12, 2026, on the Goaso-Bibiani road at Ahyiresu in the Ahafo Region. The Berekum Chelsea forward reportedly died from injuries sustained from gunfire at the Bibiani Government Hospital. The incident occurred as the Berekum Chelsea team was returning from their Matchday 29 Ghana Premier League fixture against FC Samartex 1996, where Berekum Chelsea secured a 1-0 victory at Dun's Park in Samreboi.
The team bus was attacked by suspected armed robbers who blocked the road, forcing the vehicle to stop. Gunshots were allegedly fired during the attack, causing panic among players and club officials, who rushed for safety. According to a statement released by Berekum Chelsea, "On our way back to Berekum from Samreboi, our team bus was attacked by a group of armed robbers who blocked the road to prevent our passage." The statement added, "Masked men wielding guns and assault rifles started shooting at our bus as the driver tried to reverse. The players and staff fled into nearby bushes to take cover."
Police have since launched a manhunt for the assailants. The incident has raised fresh concerns about security on major roads used by clubs travelling for Ghana Premier League matches.
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Berekum Chelsea players and officials were attacked on their way back from a Ghana Premier League match - leaving the team in disarray. The shocking incident has raised concerns about the safety of teams on major roads.
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