A protestor at the Arise Ghana demonstration dubbed “KromAyeShe” has been arrested for reportedly possessing a pistol as the group continues with its protest on Wednesday, June 29.

The protestor was arrested at El-wak, where the members of the group are converging, the Independent Ghana can confirm.

The male suspect whose identity is currently unknown has been taken to the Police station to assist with investigations.

His arrest comes on the back of a peaceful protest turned bloody on Tuesday, June 28, after a disagreement on the approved route between the protestors and the police.

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Stones were pelted and tear gases were fired, resulting in several protestors and 12 police officers sustaining injury.

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Meanwhile, leaders of Arise Ghana, per reports, have entreated members who have weapons in their possession, due to earlier incidents, to surrender them.

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According to them, persons found culpable will not be shielded by the group.

Arise Ghana will end its two-day demonstration today.

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The group will march to the Ministry of Finance and present a petition to its minister, Ken Ofori-Atta.

Also, the protestors will head to Parliament House of Ghana, where Speaker Alban Bagbin will be presented with a petition.

Meanwhile, 29 people have been arrested for their involvement in the chaos that ensued on Tuesday, June 28.

Source: The Independent Ghana