Awisem, a normally peaceful town in the Central Region, has been thrown into an uproar following an alleged assault on a local market woman by a police officer. The incident, which occurred earlier this week, has sparked widespread anger among residents and traders alike, who are calling for justice.
According to eyewitnesses, the altercation took place in the busy Awisem market when a police officer confronted a female trader over a disagreement. The nature of the dispute remains unclear, but what followed has been described by witnesses as a brutal beating of the woman. Bystanders claim that the officer, in full uniform, physically assaulted the woman in plain sight of other traders and market-goers, leading to her sustaining visible injuries.
One eyewitness, who preferred to remain anonymous, recounted the scene: “It was shocking. The woman didn’t deserve that. We tried to intervene, but the officer seemed out of control. She was helpless.”
The victim, whose name has been withheld for security reasons, was rushed to a nearby clinic for treatment. Her family has since filed an official complaint against the officer, and the case has now been reported to the local court.
The police have not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, but sources close to the matter indicate that an internal investigation may also be underway. Meanwhile, the accused officer has not been arrested or suspended, further inflaming public outrage.
Market traders, alongside other community members, have expressed their dismay, demanding immediate action and accountability. Many have vowed to follow the court case closely, seeking justice not only for the victim but also to ensure such incidents are not repeated.
Local leaders have called for calm, urging both the police and the community to let the legal process take its course. The court is expected to hear the case in the coming weeks.
This unfortunate event has cast a shadow over police-community relations in Awisem, with some residents expressing concerns over the potential for future conflicts if the case is not handled with transparency and fairness.
