GES begins investigation into “stabbing to death” of O’Reilly SHS student
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has instituted an administrative investigation into the stabbing to death of Edward Sackey, a final-year student of the O’Reilly Senior High School. In a statement on Wednesday (4 September), the Ghana Education Service (GES) expressed its condolences to the family of Sackey. Sackey was tragically stabbed on Monday (2 September), … The post GES begins investigation into “stabbing to death” of O’Reilly SHS student appeared first on Asaase Radio.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has instituted an administrative investigation into the stabbing to death of Edward Sackey, a final-year student of the O’Reilly Senior High School.
In a statement on Wednesday (4 September), the Ghana Education Service (GES) expressed its condolences to the family of Sackey.
Sackey was tragically stabbed on Monday (2 September), prompting both an administrative investigation by the GES and a criminal investigation by the Ghana Police Service.
The GES said it hopes to conclude its internal enquiries within two weeks.
The director general, Eric Nkansah, led a team to visit both the school and the bereaved family to offer their sympathies.
“The Ghana Education Service (GES) is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred at O’Reilly Senior High School, resulting in the loss of a final-year student, Master Edward Sackey,” the statement read. “Our thoughts and condolences go out to the bereaved family, friends, and the entire school community.”
“We hope to conclude our administrative investigations within two weeks while the Police Service handles the criminal investigation.”
The GES also reassured the public that calm has been restored at O’Reilly SHS, adding that measures are in place to safeguard the wellbeing of students and staff.
“We are pleased to report that calm has been restored on the campus, and we are working to ensure the well-being and safety of all students and staff,” the statement continued.
The GES also urged the public to avoid speculating about the circumstances surrounding Sackey’s death, emphasising the need to let the investigations run their course.
“We urge the public to refrain from speculations and allow the investigative processes to unfold. We will provide updates as necessary,” the GES added.
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