Man Paraded by Mob for Stealing Meal in Kumasi

Stealing Pot Of Waakye

A Shocking Incident of Theft in Kumasi

A young man in Kumasi found himself in police custody after he was caught stealing a meal of waakye, a popular Ghanaian dish.

Public Shaming and Assault

Videos of the incident went viral, showing the suspect being publicly shamed and physically assaulted by a crowd of onlookers.

Caught Red-Handed

Residents apprehended the man as he attempted to steal a bowl of waakye, along with shito pepper sauce and stew. The crowd then paraded him through the streets, inflicting slaps and beatings while mocking him in Twi.

Police Involvement and Investigation

The suspect was eventually taken to a police station, accompanied by the waakye seller who filed a formal complaint. Authorities are now looking into both the theft and the vigilante-like response from the public.

Divided Reactions

Public opinion on the incident has been split, with some condemning the harsh treatment of the thief, while others see it as a necessary deterrent against crime.