A 29-year-old woman, Philomina Owusu, fights for her life after her husband, Enoch Mensah, 35, allegedly poured acid on her.
The tragic incident occurred in Gomoa Pomadze in the Central Region.
The attack claimed the life of their nine-month-old daughter.
Reports suggest the couple had ongoing conflicts, notably over financial difficulties and imminent eviction due to unpaid rent.
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Enoch, upset with Philomina, reportedly lured her to a new house under false pretences before launching the assault.
Philomina’s cries for help forced Enoch to flee, leaving her severely injured and their baby tragically deceased.
Philomina is now hospitalised in critical condition at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital as authorities intensify efforts to apprehend her assailant.
Details emerging indicate that the couple have been fighting since the birth of their child, with financial issues, particularly concerning rent, being a significant point of contention.
The couple, according to the details, faced eviction due to their inability to settle their rent.
Enoch, after an altercation, returned to the residence and harmed Philomena and their infant daughter with acid.
Another narration indicates that the suspect, Enoch Mensah, 35, who had issues with his wife Philomena Owusu, 29, went to her house on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, and informed her that he had rented a new house for her, so she should go with him so they go and pay for it.
The suspect was angered by her behaviour, leading to the acidic attack, and her husband fled the accident after she began screaming for help.
The victim sustained serious injuries, but her daughter died.
Philomena is currently in critical condition and has been transferred to Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital for advanced medical care as the search for her attacker continues.