In a disturbing incident at Burma Camp on Thursday, October 30, 2025, a man alleged to be a military officer in civilian clothes assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer inside a local pharmacy.
CCTV footage from the scene captured the man slapping both victims, sparking outrage on social media after the video surfaced online. According to eyewitness reports, the altercation began when the alleged officer demanded a refund of approximately ₵65 for medication he had sent a boy to purchase earlier.
The pharmacy attendant reportedly explained that sold drugs could not be returned, as per store policy. The explanation allegedly enraged the man, who then resorted to physical assault against both the attendant and a woman present at the counter.
Press Release: The Ghana Armed Forces Responds to the Alleged Viral Video of Assault by a Military Officer
Press Release: The Ghana Armed Forces Responds to the Alleged Viral Video of Assault by a Military Officer
Military Officer Arrested for Assaulting Pharmacy Attendant and Customer at Burma Camp
This must be condemned 😤😡😡@GhPoliceService
A man, allegedly a military officer in civilian clothes, assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer at a pharmacy in Burma Camp over ₵65 refund— GhanaTrends.com (@GhanaTrendsInc) October 30, 2025
The video footage shows the visibly angry man confronting the staff and the woman before attacking them. The victims were left shaken by the assault, which has drawn widespread condemnation from the public and human rights advocates calling for accountability and justice.
In response to the incident, the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) released an official statement confirming that the officer involved has been arrested by Military Police personnel. The GAF assured the public that appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken following a full investigation into the matter.
This incident has reignited discussions about misconduct and abuse of power among individuals in authority. Many Ghanaians are urging the military and law enforcement agencies to ensure transparency in handling the case, emphasizing the need to protect civilians from such violent behavior in public spaces.
