Clash at Salaga SHS leaves one injured, 20 arrested
Reports indicate that the confrontation stemmed from a disagreement between two students during an entertainment program on February 1 but later escalated
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Authorities have apprehended 20 students following a violent altercation at Salaga Senior High School (SHS) in the Savannah Region. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, February 4, left one individual with serious injuries.
Reports indicate that the confrontation stemmed from a disagreement between two students during an entertainment program on February 1 but later escalated, drawing in groups from Kpembe and Salaga, ultimately leading to the violent clash.
Seventeen of the detained students have been released on bail under the condition that they report to the police at scheduled intervals. However, three remain in custody and are expected to face legal proceedings.
Law enforcement officers responding to the disturbance recovered a locally manufactured firearm.
To address the situation, a seven-member committee has been established to investigate the root cause of the clash and provide recommendations to prevent future incidents.
