According to a press release signed by Ms. Juliana Obeng [Chief/Supt], Head of Public Affairs, Accra Region, preliminary investigations indicate that on Friday, 9th October 2026, a disagreement ensued between the suspect and the deceased at his business premises.
The confrontation allegedly escalated, resulting in the accused person stabbing the deceased in the chest with a piece of broken glass.
The deceased was rushed to a hospital at Taifa-Burkina and later referred to the Ridge Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a deep wound that affected his intestines. He, however, died on 14th October 2026 while receiving treatment.
The accused, Emmanuella Asante, was put before the court and remanded into Police custody to reappear on 3rd November 2026.
The Accra Regional Police Command urges the public to resolve disagreements peacefully and refrain from violence. The public is also encouraged to cooperate with the Police as investigations continue and appropriate action is taken in accordance with the law.
