FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic death of Dominic Frimpong, who was fatally shot during an armed robbery attack on Berekum Chelsea’s team bus.
In an official statement released on Monday, Infantino described the incident as heartbreaking, revealing he was “deeply saddened” by the passing of the 20-year-old forward after the violent attack on Sunday evening.
“I am deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Berekum Chelsea Football Club’s Dominic Frimpong following a reported attack on the team while returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture,” the statement read.
The FIFA boss extended condolences on behalf of the global football community, offering support to the player’s family, teammates, and everyone connected to the club.
“On behalf of the global football community and everyone at FIFA, we send our condolences to his family, friends, everyone at Berekum Chelsea FC and all those who knew him,” he added.
Frimpong’s death has sent shockwaves through Ghanaian football, prompting renewed calls for enhanced security measures for clubs travelling for domestic league matches.
The young forward, who had joined Berekum Chelsea on loan from Aduana FC earlier this year, was beginning to establish himself before his untimely passing.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing, with authorities working to bring those responsible to justice as the football community continues to mourn a promising talent gone too soon.