An 80-year-old woman has died after a fire destroyed her home in Cape Coast. The incident is being investigated by the Ghana Police Service as a suspected arson attack.
The fire broke out at the woman's residence on Thursday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene but were unable to save the elderly occupant.
Neighbours told investigators they heard strange noises before the fire started. These reports have prompted police to treat the incident as a possible arson.
The Cape Coast Divisional Police Command is leading the investigation. They are appealing to the public for information.
The exact cause of the fire is currently unknown and remains under investigation.