A British man, identified as 68-year-old Ashraf Qarmar Parvez, has been shot dead during a robbery attemptat a popular drinking spot in Tema, Ghana.
The tragic incident, which has shocked both locals and expatriates, occurred when the victim tried to retrieve his stolen phone from armed robbers.
According to reports, Parvez was enjoying an evening with friends at a social spot when six young men arrived on motorbikes and attacked the group.
Two of the assailants approached the table while another grabbed the victim’s phone.
When Parvez attempted to retrieve it, one of the robbers pulled out a gun and fired, hitting him in the process.
Police confirmed that the victim was immediately rushed to the hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
A 9mm spent shell was recovered from the scene and has been taken for forensic analysis as part of the ongoing investigation.
In a statement, the Tema Regional Police Command said:
“Two of the assailants approached the group, and one of them snatched the victim’s mobile phone from the table. When the victim attempted to retrieve his phone, one of the suspects shot, and the gang fled the scene on their motorbikes.”
Authorities have since launched a full-scale manhunt to track down the perpetrators responsible for the attack.
The statement added:
“The Command assures the public that every effort is being made to arrest the suspects and bring them to justice.”
Meanwhile, efforts are underway to formally notify the British High Commission in Accra of the incident.
The UK Foreign Office confirmed in a separate statement that it is providing support to the victim’s family following the tragic event.
“We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Ghana and are in contact with local authorities,” the statement read.
The attack has sparked fresh concerns over rising incidents of violent robberies in urban parts of Ghana, particularly involving motorcycle gangs.
Residents in Tema have called for increased police patrols and tighter security around recreational spots.
Moreover, local analysts say the killing highlights the need for improved surveillance and rapid response mechanisms in popular areas frequented by both locals and foreign nationals.
