The Konongo District Police Command has apprehended a 60-year-old man, identified only as “Oboy,” for the alleged murder of his 56-year-old wife, Mercy Durowaa, at their residence in Konongo Zongo, located in the Ashanti Region.
Reports indicate that Oboy, who had previously lived and worked in Italy, returned to Ghana with his wife after experiencing a bout of mental illness. Sources close to the investigation suggest that a domestic dispute may have escalated, leading to the tragic incident.
According to police sources, Oboy is suspected of pushing his wife, causing her to sustain a fatal injury to her occiput as she hit the floor.
Following the incident, Oboy reportedly contacted their children, who reside abroad, and informed them of what had transpired.
In response, the children promptly alerted relatives in Konongo, who, together with authorities, rushed to the scene on Thursday morning.
Upon entering the residence, they discovered Mercy Durowaa lying in a pool of bl00d, a grim scene that sent shockwaves through the community.
The Konongo District Police Command swiftly moved to arrest Oboy, who is currently in custody pending further investigation into the circumstances surrounding his wife’s tragic death.
The community and relatives of the deceased are reeling from the loss, with many expressing disbelief and sorrow over the heartbreaking incident.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to the alleged murder, seeking justice for Mercy Durowaa and her grieving loved ones.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of domestic conflicts and the importance of addressing mental health issues within communities.
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The Konongo District Police Command in the Ashanti Region has arrested a 60-year-old man, identified only as Oboy, for allegedly murd£ring his 56-year-old wife, Mercy Durowaa, at Konongo Zongo.
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