The latest information regarding the fatal stabbing at O’Reilly Senior High School (SHS) indicates that a final-year student, Edward Borketey Sackey, was stabbed to death by a fellow student. This tragic event occurred on the school premises shortly after Edward had finished an examination on September 3, 2024. The altercation reportedly stemmed from an argument over whose father was wealthier, escalating into a physical confrontation where Edward was stabbed three times in the chest.
Edward was rushed to LEKMA Hospital by fellow students but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The suspect in this case has been arrested by the police. There has been a significant police presence at the school following the incident. The Greater Accra Regional Director of the Ghana Education Service has assured there will be an investigation into the incident to ensure the safety of other students.
Edward’s father has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the incident, criticizing the lack of immediate response from the school authorities and the police. He has demanded justice and is considering legal action against the school, questioning the supervision during the incident.
Social media post reflect shock and concern over the incident, with some users sharing details of the event and the family’s intentions to sue the school.
As of the latest updates, the school authorities have not issued an official statement directly addressing the incident, which has left many questions unanswered regarding the supervision and security measures at the school. This incident has sparked discussions on school safety, student conflict resolution, and the role of educational institutions in preventing such tragedies. The community and online observers are awaiting further details from the investigation and any official statements from O’Reilly SHS regarding their response to this violent event.
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July 13, 2024 at 1:55 am
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