The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested a teacher of Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School, identified as Eric Buernortey Apaflo, over the alleged assault of an 18-year-old female student captured in a viral video.
According to the police, the suspect is currently in custody assisting with investigations into the incident, which has sparked widespread public concern on social media.
The viral video, which circulated widely online, allegedly showed the teacher assaulting the student under circumstances that are yet to be fully disclosed by authorities.
Police say investigations are ongoing to establish the full facts surrounding the incident and determine the appropriate legal action.
The arrest has generated reactions from members of the public, with many calling for the protection of students’ rights and professionalism within educational institutions.
Authorities are expected to provide further updates as investigations continue.
