A shocking video of a Ghanaian soldier repeatedly slapping a commercial
Sprinter bus driver has gone viral, drawing wide attention and sparking intense
debate on social media. The incident, which occurred during daytime traffic,
was captured by an eyewitness and has since been widely circulated on various
platforms. It shows a uniformed military officer angrily confronting the driver
and physically assaulting him in broad daylight.
According to multiple reports and eyewitness accounts, the altercation
started after the driver was said to have performed a dangerous overtaking
maneuver on a busy road. The reckless action allegedly put other road users,
including the military vehicle, at serious risk. Following the near-miss, the
soldiers reportedly chased the commercial bus, intercepted it, and forced the
driver to stop.
In the video, the angry soldier is seen walking directly to the driver’s
side of the vehicle. He opens the door aggressively and without warning begins
to slap the driver multiple times across the face. The driver, visibly stunned
and unarmed, remained in his seat as the soldier landed more slaps, while
bystanders watched the scene unfold in disbelief.
Eyewitnesses say the situation created confusion among nearby drivers and
pedestrians, who could not understand why such force was being used without
proper procedure. The driver reportedly did not resist or argue during the
confrontation, possibly due to fear of further violence.
Those who witnessed the scene say several other military personnel were
present but did not intervene to stop their colleague from continuing the
assault. Instead, they stood by as the incident occurred, a detail that has
raised additional concerns about professionalism and accountability within the
military ranks.
The video has drawn mixed reactions online. Many people condemned the
soldier's actions, describing them as an abuse of power and a violation of the
driver’s rights. Others believe that although the driver’s reckless behavior
needed to be addressed, violence was not the appropriate response.
They argue
that legal procedures exist for reporting and prosecuting traffic offenders,
and taking matters into one's own hands can lead to further conflict and public
fear.
A section of Ghanaians also called on the Ghana Armed Forces to investigate
the matter and take appropriate disciplinary action against the officer
involved. They stressed the need for the military to uphold the law and serve
as examples of discipline and order, rather than resort to unlawful means of
punishment.
In contrast, there are others who feel the soldier’s actions, though harsh,
were provoked by the danger posed by the driver’s careless overtaking. They
pointed out that commercial drivers in Ghana often flout road safety rules,
endangering the lives of passengers and other road users. For them, the
soldier's response, though extreme, served as a lesson to drivers who take road
regulations for granted.
Meanwhile, some people have raised concerns over the increasing number of
viral videos involving military officers and civilians in violent encounters.
They say such incidents are becoming too frequent and may damage the image of
the Ghana Armed Forces if not addressed through proper oversight.
As of now, there is no official statement from the military command
regarding the incident. It is also unclear whether the driver involved has
filed a complaint or if any investigations have begun. Human rights groups and
civil society organizations have urged the authorities to take immediate action
to ensure that justice is served and that such incidents are not repeated in
the future.
The viral video continues to trend on social media, with thousands of users
expressing their opinions and sharing their own experiences involving road rage
and abuse of power. Many are using the opportunity to call for improved
training and sensitivity for both security personnel and commercial drivers,
emphasizing the need for mutual respect and lawful behavior on the roads.
The story has since become a national topic, and many Ghanaians are waiting
to see how the authorities will respond to this public incident.
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