{"id":102982,"date":"2025-11-12T11:51:11","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T11:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=102982"},"modified":"2025-11-12T11:51:11","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T11:51:11","slug":"another-stone-attack-on-tema-mpakadan-train-service-window-smashed-with-stone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=102982","title":{"rendered":"Another stone attack on \u200eTema\u2013Mpakadan train service; window smashed\u00a0with stone"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Tema\u2013Mpakadan train service has suffered another attack after a window of one of its Diesel Multiple Units was hit by a stone, making it the fourth stone attack since October 1.<\/p>\n

The latest attack, \u00a0which occurred on Monday, November 10, 2025, targeted the windscreen of one of the Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) trains, with perpetrators fleeing the scene before security could intervene.<\/p>\n

\u200eThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA), Frederick Appoh, who confirmed the attack to Graphic\u00a0 Online, said the attack occurred during regular service hours.<\/p>\n

\u200eHe said spare parts for the damaged side screen have already been secured, and repairs were expected to be completed today [Wednesday]. \u200e<\/p>\n

\u200eHe said that despite the setbacks, management of GRDA was committed to safety and service continuity.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe remain resolute and undeterred. Our commitment to providing safe, reliable rail service stands firm. We will succeed,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u200e\u201cThese challenges will not deter us. We remain committed to providing safe, reliable, and affordable rail transport along the Tema\u2013Mpakadan route. The journey may be difficult, but we will get there with the support of the Ghanaian people,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u200eEncroachers<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200eDr Appoh said in response to the recent attack, the GRDA has intensified collaboration with the Tema Metropolitan Assembly, Ghana Police Service, and National Security to clear encroachers along the railway right of way and restore safety across the corridor.\u00a0
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\u200eHe said the GRDA would also increase railway security patrols, adding that the authority has put in place a long-term plan to fence the entire line as resources allow.
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\u200eHe further urged the public to remain vigilant, report any suspicious activity, and stand with the railway sector as Ghana continues its Railway Reset Agenda, creating jobs and connecting communities through safe and modern rail transport.<\/p>\n

Background<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200eThere have been two incidents since the GRDA began operating the Tema Mpakadan rail line in \u00a0October, in an attempt to destroy or derail the new Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) train recently acquired by the railway company with support from the government, to help revamp its operations.
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\u200eThe first incident was recorded on October 20, 2025, where a minor was reportedly coerced into throwing stones at the moving train and ended up cracking the windshield in the frontage.\u00a0
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\u200eIn the second incident, which happened the following day, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, another attempt was made to sabotage the railway by placing a stone on the tracks in an apparent effort to derail the train.
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\u200eDr Appoh said the minor in the first incident has been released by the police, while his father, who was alleged to have coerced the minor into throwing stones at the moving train, was at large.\u00a0
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\u200eRobbery\u00a0
\u200eIn a separate development on the same day, the Director of Operations. K. Busia narrowly escaped a robbery attempt on the Tema\u2013Spintex Road shortly after leaving the company\u2019s premises.\u00a0
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\u200eDr Appoh said the Operations Director\u2019s vehicle was damaged in the assault, but he was rescued by bystanders who overpowered the two armed attackers.
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\u200eHe said the suspects were currently in police custody at the Tema Main Harbour Police Station.\u00a0
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\u200e Dr Appoh further disclosed that National Security has since joined forces with the Police Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to intensify investigations into both incidents, as well as to assess broader operational security challenges faced by the railway service.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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