The Ghana Police Service has apprehended John Odartey Lamtey, the individual seen in a viral video brutally assaulting a woman believed to be his wife at Ofankor in the Ga East Municipality. The disturbing footage, which sparked widespread outrage, shows the woman being beaten while naked, with the suspect identified as a landlord.
According to the police, Lamtey was arrested on Monday, November 17, 2025, at his family residence after the video went viral. Two of his siblings, Grace Kushie Lamptey and Louis Odartey Lamptey, were also taken into custody for allegedly attempting to attack a female tenant suspected of recording and circulating the video. The tenant was rescued, and efforts are underway to locate the victim, who had fled the scene before police arrived ².
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has condemned the incident, describing it as “barbaric and unacceptable.” The Ministry emphasized that domestic violence is a national emergency and urged the public to report abusive behavior promptly. The Gender Minister has contacted the Ghana Police Service, calling for a thorough investigation to ensure the perpetrator faces the full consequences of his actions.
Public Reaction and Calls for Justice
Ghanaians have taken to social media, expressing outrage and demanding swift action from the authorities. Many are calling for the police to take responsibility for their alleged failure to act initially when the cases were reported. The public is urging the police to ensure justice is served and to protect the victim from further harm.
The Ghana Police Service has assured the public that they are committed to protecting victims of domestic abuse and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice. The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has also reiterated its commitment to working closely with partner institutions to strengthen the fight against domestic violence.
Support for Victims
The Ministry has reminded the public to report any suspected cases of abuse to the Domestic Violence Call Centre on 0800-111-222 or the Helpline of Hope on 0800-800-800 / 0800-900-900, or to the nearest police station.
Follow-up questions:
– What measures can be taken to prevent domestic violence in Ghana, and how can the government support victims of abuse?
– How effective are the current laws and policies in place to protect victims of domestic violence in Ghana?
– What support systems are available for victims of domestic violence in Ghana, and how can they access these services?