The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has expressed sympathy with the family of a man killed in a shooting incident at a mining site at Adelekezu in the Western Region, and the residents of the area.

The Western Regional Police Command launched investigations into a fatal shooting at a mining company site in Adelekezu near Dadwen in the Axim District, which claimed the life of a boy and caused significant damage to company property.

The incident occurred on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Police officers who responded to the scene found extensive destruction, including two burnt 4×4 SUVs and two tipper trucks. A pickup vehicle and a Toyota Land Cruiser were also damaged during the disturbance.

In a press statement issued on Monday, December 15, the Ministry said it had taken note of an earlier statement by the Ghana Police Service confirming the incident and the ongoing investigations.

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“The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has taken note of the statement issued by the Ghana Police Service regarding a shooting incident at a mining site at Adelekezu in the Western Region,” the statement said.

The Ministry extended its condolences to the bereaved family and expressed solidarity with the affected community.

“We extend our condolences to the family of the deceased and sympathise with the community affected by this unfortunate incident,” it added.

According to the statement, the incident is currently under investigation by the Ghana Police Service, and the Ministry has pledged its full respect for the investigative process.

“The matter is currently under investigation by the Ghana Police Service. The Ministry respects the independence of the investigation process and urges all persons to remain calm and cooperate fully with the security agencies to allow due process to take its course,” the statement noted.

The Ministry further reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring lawful mining practices and safeguarding communities hosting mining operations.

“The Ministry reiterates its commitment to lawful mining operations, community safety, and peaceful coexistence between mining activities and host communities,” it said.

It added that any further action or engagement by the Ministry would be informed solely by the findings of the police investigation.

“Any further engagement by the Ministry will be guided strictly by the outcome of the official investigations,” the statement concluded.