Sunyani — The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of Seidu Musah in connection with the attack on Nsoatreman FC Coach Maxwell Konadu during a matchday 11 encounter in the betPawa Ghana Premier League.
The incident occurred at the Sunyani Coronation Park, leading to a pitch invasion by some fans who assaulted the coach and players.
In response to the outrage in the sporting community, the Ghana Football Association has implemented a temporary ban on the use of Sunyani Coronation Park.
The police, in a social media post on Monday evening, announced the arrest of one suspect, Seidu Musah, in connection with the attack, while efforts are underway to apprehend the other suspect who is currently on the run.
“The suspect, together with one other person, currently on the run, attacked the coach during a football game, yesterday, 19th November 2023, at the Sunyani Coronation Park.
Suspect Seidu Musah is currently in police custody assisting the investigation while efforts are still ongoing to get the other suspect arrested to face justice, and we will surely get him,” the police statement assured.
Sporting stakeholders, including the Ministry of Youth and Sports, have strongly condemned the attack on the Nsoatreman team.
The Ministry has called for improved security at various match venues to ensure the safety of players, coaches, and fans alike.
