An 18-year-old man named Mbornlen Abass, also known as Agogo, has reportedly hung himself in a police cell in Bimbilla, located in the Nanumba North District of the Northern region.
His arrest occurred on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, following an accusation by Pinimkpel Nampar that he had stolen GH¢2,000.
Despite denying the theft, Abass was detained overnight. According to sources, an officer went out to purchase food for him and upon returning, found no response when calling out to him.
Upon entering the cell, they discovered Abass’s lifeless body hanging from the ceiling using a blanket.
His body was subsequently transported to Bimbilla Hospital for preservation.
The Regional and Divisional Police Commanders visited the scene on Wednesday, June 27. Abass has already been buried.