The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has presented himself to assist with investigations into a reported altercation involving a police officer during the “Save the Judiciary” demonstration held on Monday, May 5, 2025.
According to a statement from the Police, the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is probing an allegation that Hon. Afenyo-Markin assaulted a uniformed police officer at the entrance of Parliament House.
The investigation was initiated following a formal request from the CID to the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin, who subsequently directed the Effutu MP to cooperate with the authorities.
In compliance with the directive, Hon. Afenyo-Markin reported to the Police on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, to assist with the ongoing inquiry.
In a twist to the case, the Police Service also revealed that it has begun a parallel investigation into a counter-petition submitted by Afenyo-Markin himself, alleging that he was the victim of assault by the same officer involved in the original complaint.
The incident reportedly took place as Afenyo-Markin led a group of demonstrators to present a petition at Parliament House, calling for greater judicial independence.
According to his account, as he approached a police barricade, a uniformed officer—identified as Constable Forson—struck him forcefully on the left side of his chest, leaving him dazed and short of breath.
He was reportedly assisted by parliamentary security personnel and fellow demonstrators and taken to a nearby rest area to recover before continuing with the petition presentation.
The officer involved allegedly fled the scene shortly after the incident, raising concerns about a possible attempt to evade accountability.
The Ghana Police Service has assured the public that both investigations are ongoing and that updates will be provided as the cases progress.
