The Adisadel College student who was caught on film choking his classmate has been arrested by the police in Cape Coast. The arrest happened after a distressing video showed one student aggressively attacking another in a dormitory.
After being apprehended, the student was charged with causing harm and assault and released to the school’s Headmaster to appear in court on Friday.
The authorities are moving swiftly to handle the issue and hold the culprit responsible for his acts.
After being suspended, the victim has been recalled to school. The school is taking precautions to guarantee his well-being and recuperation.
He is presently having medical care, and the school has appointed a psychologist to offer him with the necessary assistance and counselling to help him recover from his trauma.
Parents, students, and the general public have expressed broad worry and indignation in response to the occurrence. The video revealing the attack shocked viewers and prompted concerns about students’ safety and well-being in educational institutions.
The school has taken serious actions to address the event in response to it. All pupils engaged in the event, including the culprit, were suspended until an inquiry was conducted.
The incident occurred on June 30, according to school records, but both the offender and the victim first kept it secret from authorities.
The school’s administration has expressed its commitment to ensuring a safe learning environment for all students and taking firm action against any form of violence or misconduct.
The school and relevant authorities are working together to ensure that the victim receives the necessary support and the perpetrator faces the appropriate legal consequences for his actions.