Berekum Chelsea have confirmed that their late player, Dominic Frimpong, will be laid to rest on April 29, 2026, in Assin Fosu in the Central Region.The 20-year-old died after sustaining gunshot wounds during a highway robbery attack last Sunday while the team was travelling back to Berekum after their Ghana Premier League fixture against FC Samartex.The attack occurred along the AhyiresuâKwame Dwumor Sreso road in the Nyinahin District, as the team made the journey from Samreboi to Berekum following the match.The club has confirmed that Frimpong, who was on loan from Aduana FC, will be buried in his hometown, with family members, teammates, football officials and supporters expected to attend the funeral to pay their final respects.Following the tragedy, Berekum Chelsea have suspended football activities temporarily, with players and staff undergoing psychological and medical support as the club gradually works towards resuming normal operations.Police are continuing investigations into the attack, with two suspects, including an alleged gang leader, currently in custody.FIFA, CAF and several clubs have also paid tribute to the young forward, describing his death as a major loss to the game.
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Berekum Chelsea set April 29 as burial for late player Dominic Frimpong
Football GhanaFri, 17 Apr 2026 · 4d ago2 views
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Berekum Chelsea announced their late player, Dominic Frimpong, will be buried on April 29, 2026, in Assin Fosu. The 20-year-old died from gunshot wounds during a highway robbery last Sunday as the team returned from a Ghana Premier League match. Police investigations are ongoing, with two suspects in custody. The club has temporarily suspended activities and is providing support to players and staff.
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