The Government of Ghana has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic killing of 15-year-old Ghanaian teenager, Javits Badu Nkansah Frimpong, who was fatally shot by unidentified assailants in the Bronx, New York, in the United States.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday, October 30, 2026, the teenager was shot at approximately 9:20 a.m. on Thursday, October 29, while on his way to school.
The government has condemned the killing and assured the bereaved family of its full support in the pursuit of justice.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has personally spoken with the deceased’s father, Mr Thomas Frimpong, assuring him of the government’s commitment to ensuring that those responsible are identified and brought to justice.
“We will pursue justice, and we will make sure that those who did this do not get away with it,” the Minister assured the family.
The Minister also conveyed the condolences of President John Dramani Mahama to the bereaved family, describing the incident as heartbreaking and expressing sadness over the loss of the young Ghanaian.
“We are all saddened. We are all distraught. He did not deserve this,” Mr Ablakwa stated.
As part of efforts to demonstrate Ghana’s solidarity with the family, officials from Ghana’s Permanent Mission in New York visited Mr Frimpong at his residence to commiserate with him and his family.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Ghana’s Permanent Mission in New York would actively pursue justice in collaboration with United States authorities.
It further indicated that the government stood ready to provide the family with the necessary legal and consular assistance throughout the process.
The government has consequently urged the relevant authorities in the Bronx, New York, to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
The statement also reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to protecting the safety, dignity and well-being of its citizens, irrespective of where they reside.
The government extended its thoughts and prayers to the bereaved family, friends and loved ones in both Ghana and the United States, particularly the teenager’s mother, Doris Adu Gyamfi, who is based in Kumasi.
The tragic incident has brought renewed attention to the safety and protection of Ghanaian citizens living abroad.
Story by Osman Issah Abadoo
