Police Arrest Two Techiman SHS Teachers Over Viral Video of Student Assault

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of two teachers of Techiman Senior High School in the Bono East Region following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing them assaulting a 17-year-old male student.

The suspects, identified as 37-year-old Jerry Jones Owusu Bekoe and 44-year-old Ameyaw Adusa, were arrested on Sunday, November 1, 2026, and taken into police custody to assist with investigations.

The arrests follow public concern over the video, which reportedly captured the two teachers physically assaulting the Form Three student.

According to preliminary police findings, the incident occurred on October 23, 2026.

The police indicated that the two teachers allegedly confronted the student over claims that he had attacked two Form One students.

The confrontation reportedly escalated into a physical assault, which was subsequently captured in a video that circulated widely on social media.

The circumstances surrounding the alleged attack on the two Form One students and the events leading to the confrontation are expected to form part of the ongoing investigations.

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Following their arrest on November 1, the two suspects were taken into custody to assist the police with investigations into the incident.

The case has generated considerable public attention, particularly regarding student safety, teacher conduct and the appropriate methods of maintaining discipline in senior high schools.

The incident has also renewed discussions about the responsibility of teachers to protect students and handle disciplinary matters through established school procedures.

The arrest of the two teachers highlights the importance of ensuring that schools remain safe environments for teaching and learning.

Although teachers have a responsibility to maintain discipline, allegations of physical assault against students require proper investigation and accountability.

As investigations continue, further details are expected to emerge regarding the incident and any possible legal action against the suspects.

This report will be updated as the Ghana Police Service releases additional information.

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