Residents of Trabuom in the Atwima Kwanwoma District, Ashanti Region, are grappling with the shocking aftermath of a tragic incident involving a local pastor and his wife. On September 28, 2024, Victor Appiah, a 50-year-old pastor and founder of the End Time Rapture Family Church, allegedly killed his 46-year-old wife, Akua Emelia, in a brutal act of violence on a cassava farm.
Witnesses report that after the incident, Victor took his own life by consuming poison. The couple, who had eight children together, had a history of domestic disputes, with Akua having previously left due to ongoing issues. Family members disclosed that Victor had recently convinced her to return to the marriage, raising concerns about their troubled relationship.
Kofi Bonsu, Akua’s brother, provided further insight into the horrific event, stating that Victor had asked Akua to gather cassava from a nearby farm. It was there that he attacked her with a machete, taking her life in a shocking act of violence. Bonsu lamented the turn of events, expressing sorrow that what was meant to be a reconciliation led to such a tragic outcome.
“My sister had left her husband due to some misunderstandings, but he convinced her to return. Little did we know it was a trap,” he quoted to have said.
In a disturbing twist, Victor reportedly reached out to Akua’s mother after committing the act, confessing his crime and instructing the family to retrieve her remains from the farm.
Local authorities have initiated an investigation into the case, leaving the community in a state of disbelief. Many residents described Victor as a respected figure in the community, known for his teachings on love and forgiveness, making the alleged crime all the more perplexing.
“This is unbelievable. Pastor Victor was always preaching about love and forgiveness. We never suspected he was capable of such evil,” one resident is quoted as saying in disbelief. shared a community member, reflecting the collective shock. The tragic deaths have left their children orphaned, raising urgent concerns about hidden domestic violence in the community.