Ghana footballer killed in attack on Berekum Chelsea bus

Ghanaian forward Dominic Frimpong has died after gunmen opened fire on the bus carrying Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea as it travelled back from a match, according to the club and the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The incident happened on Sunday as the team returned from an away fixture against Samartex in Samreboi, the club said.

Berekum Chelsea said the vehicle was targeted by “masked men wielding guns and assault rifles” who stopped the team’s progress by blocking the road. The club said the attackers began shooting at the bus as the driver attempted to reverse. It added that players and staff ran into nearby bushes to seek cover.

The GFA said it was in “profound shock and deep sorrow” over Frimpong’s death and offered condolences to his family, teammates and club staff. In its statement, the association described the 20-year-old as a young player with promise and said it was engaging with relevant authorities and the club as the matter is handled.

Investigations are continuing and the suspects have not been arrested, according to the information released by the club and the GFA. The association called for “all necessary measures” to be taken so that justice is delivered. It also said it would review and strengthen security arrangements for clubs travelling to domestic competitions within Ghana, with the aim of reducing the risk of similar incidents.

Local media reports said Frimpong joined Berekum Chelsea on loan from Aduana FC in January and was due to remain with the club until the end of the premier league season. The forward had made 13 appearances and scored two goals, according to those reports.

The killing has renewed attention on safety for teams and staff moving between venues, a routine part of professional football that depends on reliable transport and secure travel corridors. For Ghana’s domestic league, the incident places immediate focus on matchday logistics and the duty of care owed to players, officials and support staff.

Beyond sport, the case also highlights the broader challenge of protecting road users from armed attacks, particularly on routes used for inter-city travel. With the suspects still at large, key uncertainties remain around who carried out the shooting, the motive described by the club as suspected robbery, and what additional security measures may be implemented for future fixtures.