A hotel owner Kwasi Amankwaa, widely known as Rasta, has reportedly been fatally shot in Mallam Kokroko, located in the Greater Accra region.
The sad incident is said to have occurred on Thursday, February 8, 2024.
According to an eyewitness account shared with Adom News, the assailant allegedly threatened Mr Amankwaa, stating, “If you move, I will shoot.”
Shortly after, gunshots were heard, and upon reaching the scene, the eyewitness discovered the lifeless body of Mr. Amankwaa, while the perpetrator had already fled.
Residents in the area have voiced suspicions regarding the involvement of a Canadian woman engaged in a legal dispute with the deceased over ownership of the hotel.
It is alleged that tensions between the parties involved in the legal battle may have escalated, culminating in this tragic incident.
As of now, the police have not yet arrived at the scene to commence investigations into the matter.
The shocking incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting concerns about security and safety in the area.
The untimely demise of Kwasi Amankwaa has left his family, friends, and the local community in mourning.
Calls for swift action from law enforcement authorities to apprehend the perpetrator and ensure justice for the victim have grown louder in the wake of this disturbing incident.