A deadly clash in the Ashanti Region involving groups from the Pankrono and Adabraka communities resulted in the tragic killing of a 27-year-old man in Tafo-Pankrono.

The victim, Owusu Banahene, passed away on October 18, shortly after he was discovered near a public toilet in the area and rushed to the hospital.

Although the police are presently investigating the exact cause of his death, the deceased's family suspects it may be related to an ongoing conflict between rival youth from Adabraka and Pankrono.

Owusu Banahene's untimely demise, particularly since he had plans to return abroad on Friday, has stirred strong emotions within the Pankrono community.

His family is demanding the apprehension and prosecution of all individuals involved in the incident that led to his tragic death.

Insiders from these communities have cited increasing drug abuse among the youth as a contributing factor to the recurring conflicts.

They express frustration with the continuous clashes and the apparent absence of resolution, noting that these issues have persisted for generations.

The residents being furious and disheartened by the incident,stated "we will not let it slide unless one of them dies too. The deceased was set to travel to Canada today, and all the necessary preparations were in place. The next day, he was fatally stabbed over a neighborhood dispute."

Despite their attempts to engage the police, they believe that those accountable for the disruptions frequently manage to evade appropriate repercussions.

For the time being, the police have taken charge of the Pankrono and Adabraka communities to prevent potential retaliatory actions.