A 33-year-old man, identified as Enoch Abrokwa, has died after he was allegedly stabbed by his 19-year-old girlfriend, Emmanuella Asante, during a disagreement at Ofankor Barrier in Accra.
The Tesano Divisional Police Command is investigating the incident, according to a police statement issued on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the disagreement occurred on Friday at the deceased’s business premises before escalating into a confrontation.
The suspect allegedly stabbed Abrokwa in the chest with a piece of broken glass.
He was rushed to a hospital at Taifa-Burkina and later referred to Ridge Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a deep wound that affected his intestines.
However, he died on October 14, 2026, while receiving treatment.
According to the police, Asante was arrested on October 10 and brought to the police by the complainant and three other people. She reportedly admitted to stabbing the deceased and remains in police custody as investigations continue.
The suspect has been put before the court and remanded into police custody. She is expected to reappear on November 3, 2026.
The Accra Regional Police Command has urged the public to resolve disagreements peacefully and refrain from violence.
It has also encouraged the public to cooperate with the police as investigations continue and appropriate action is taken in accordance with the law.
By:Rachael Djabakie