The Kasoa North District Police Command has taken a 24 year old man into custody in connection with the death of his partner. According to the original GhanaWeb report the incident occurred at Kasoa in the Central Region where the body of the deceased woman was found inside their shared living quarters early Monday morning.
A report from Citi Newsroom indicates that neighbors alerted the local authorities after hearing a disturbance within the residence. Upon arrival the police identified the deceased and secured the scene for forensic examination. The suspect was apprehended at the location and is currently assisting investigators with their inquiries into the alleged murder.
Police officials have not yet released the names of the suspect or the victim as they work to notify the next of kin. A statement from the Ghana Police Service confirms that the body has been transported to a police hospital morgue for an autopsy to determine the official cause of death. The suspect remains in police cells while investigators prepare formal charges for court proceedings.
Adom News reports that residents in the neighborhood expressed shock over the incident as the couple was known to live together in the community. Local authorities have urged the public to remain calm while the criminal investigation progresses. Updates on court dates and specific charges are expected following the conclusion of the preliminary police report.