An investigation has been initiated by the Police to uncover the circumstances surrounding the demise of Akua Serwaa Kyei, the daughter of Kweku Kyei-Baffuor, Bekwai, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), on August 3rd, 2023, in Atwima Bebu, situated within the Ashanti Region.
As narrated by the husband of the deceased, he arrived home around 5:30 pm on August 3rd, 2023, only to discover his wife lying unconscious at the rear of their residence. He promptly transported her to the hospital, but sadly, she was declared deceased upon arrival.
The husband also claimed that their living room and bedroom had been thoroughly searched and a television set had been stolen.
During the preliminary evaluation of the scene by the Police Crime Scene unit, it was ascertained that no windows or doors of the residence had been forcibly accessed.
Furthermore, a medical assessment of the deceased’s body at the hospital did not reveal any signs of physical violence or gunshot wounds.
The body has been taken to the morgue for preservation and will undergo an autopsy as the investigation progresses.
The Police have made contact with the deceased’s family and are collaborating closely with them to uncover the truth and ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.
The Inspector-General of Police personally reached out to the family via telephone, offering assurance of a comprehensive inquiry into the matter.
In this challenging period, a Police clinical psychologist has been designated to support the family through their difficulties.