Omanghana
A commercial motorcycle rider has reportedly lost his hand in a cutlass attack at Kansaworodo in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis following a dispute involving allegations of infidelity.
The victim, identified as Essuman, was taken to a nearby health facility after bystanders administered first aid to control his bleeding.
According to accounts of the incident, the dispute began when Essuman’s wife allegedly told another woman that her husband, identified as Essan, was having an extramarital affair.
The information reportedly sparked an argument between Essan and his wife, during which she identified the rider’s wife as the source of the allegation.
Essan allegedly confronted and physically assaulted Essuman’s wife. That incident was reportedly referred to the police, but he subsequently left the area.
He later allegedly confronted Essuman and attacked him with a cutlass, severing his hand.
The rider was reportedly receiving emergency medical treatment following the attack. Further details about his condition were not available in the account provided.
The incident has prompted concern among residents, who have called on police to locate the suspect and investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault.
An official police account and confirmation of any arrest were not available in the information provided.
Source: Omanghana
