Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Ghana’s Parliament, has formally called on the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to investigate an incident in which he claims he was physically assaulted by a police officer during the recent “Save the Judiciary” protest.
In a written petition submitted to the IGP, Afenyo-Markin identified the officer as Constable Forson, whom he described as “tall, fair-skinned, and heavily built.” Forson was reportedly stationed at the entrance of Parliament House, where the alleged assault occurred during the demonstration.
Afenyo-Markin alleges that Constable Forson attacked him without justification, and he insists that the officer’s conduct requires urgent disciplinary scrutiny. He emphasized that the incident unfolded in the presence of senior public officials, raising serious concerns about the professionalism of law enforcement during such high-stakes public events.
“To clarify what transpired and dispel inaccurate reports being circulated,” Afenyo-Markin stated, “I have released a public account of the incident.” This statement, included with the petition, provides his detailed version of the encounter and is intended to support a fair investigation.
The Minority Leader stressed the need for transparency and accountability in dealing with the matter, expressing his trust in the police leadership to approach the issue with due diligence.
“I rely on your usual cooperation,” Afenyo-Markin concluded in his letter to the IGP, urging swift and impartial action in addressing the complaint.
